Gender-specific warning signs of cardiac arrest are revealed in study: 'New paradigm for prevention'
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Half of those who suffer cardiac arrest experience a telling symptom 24 hours before the incident, according to a recent study. The warning symptom was different in men and women.
For women, shortness of breath was the symptom that preceded an impending cardiac arrest, while for men, chest pain was the prominent complaint. "Early intervention can make a significant difference in outcomes." "Managing risk factors is crucial for heart health and prevention." Amy McGorry is a contributing health writer for Fox News Digital. Follow her on Twitter @amymcgorry.
Sweating and seizure-like activity occurred in smaller subgroups of both genders, the researchers noted.
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