Heart attack symptoms: How dangerous is a 'mild heart attack'? Signs to spot
People who experience an NSTEMI probably have a heart that can continue to pump normally. However, once you’ve had a mild heart attack, you’re at an increased risk of another, more damaging attack. “It’s time to get serious,” Dr Campbell said sternly. “It is extremely important to understand that how you live your life and manage your risk factors going forward will impact what happens to you next.”
A mild heart attack – NSTEMI
The NHS explained that a NSTEMI occurs when the blood supply to the heart is “partially blocked”.
“As a result, a smaller section of the heart may be damaged,” the NHS added.
“However, an NSTEMI is still regarded as a serious medical emergency.”
The symptoms of a “mild” heart attack may feel the same as a more damaging heart attack.
Plus, people experience heart attacks differently; for example, what one person considers chest discomfort, another person may describe as painful.
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