6 subtle signs of heart troubles you shouldn’t ignore as Emma Willis opens up about heart surgery
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The six subtle signs of heart troubles that should never be ignored
- TV presenter Emma Willis, 49, recently underwent keyhole heart surgery to correct a previously undetected hole in her heart.
- This highlights the often subtle nature of heart problem symptoms.
- Six potential warning signs include: chest discomfort, breathlessness, left arm pain, palpitations, extreme fatigue, and dizzy spells.
- While these symptoms can have various causes, their persistence or severity warrants a medical consultation.
- A GP can perform initial checks, while severe symptoms like chest pain or intense breathlessness require immediate A&E attention.