If something went wrong with your heart, would you know it?

 Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. There is not always an alarming chest clutch followed by a fall to the floor like you see in movies. Some heart symptoms don`t even happen in your chest, and it`s not always easy to tell what`s going on.

 'If you`re not sure, get it checked out,' says Charles Chambers, MD, director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Penn State Hershey Heart and Vascular Institute.

 That`s especially true if you are 60 or older, are overweight, or have diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure, says Vincent Bufalino, MD, an American Heart Association spokesman. 'The more risk factors you have,' he says, 'the more you should be concerned about anything that might be heartrelated.'

 Especially watch out for these problems:

 1. Chest Discomfort

 It`s the most common sign of heart danger. If you have a blocked artery or are having a heart attack, you may feel pain, tightness, or pressure in your chest.

 'Everyone has a different word for that feeling,' Chambers says. 'Some people say it's like an elephant sitting. Others say it's like a pinching or burning sensation.'

 The sensation usually lasts for a few minutes or more. It can happen when you are resting or when you are doing something physical.

 If it's a very short pain, or if it's an area that hurts even more when touched or pushed, it's probably not your mind, Chambers says. You should still have it checked out by your doctor. If the symptoms are more severe and do not go away after a few minutes, you should call 911.

 Also, keep in mind that even a heart attack without chest pain can have heart problems. This is especially common in women.

 2. Nausea, indigestion, heartburn, or abdominal pain

 Some people have these symptoms during a heart attack. You may vomit, Chambers says.

 Women report this type of symptoms more often than men.

 Of course, there are many reasons for upset stomach that has nothing to do with the heart. After all, it may be what you ate. However, it should be noted that it can also occur during a heart attack.

 Therefore, if you feel this way and are at risk of heart problems, especially if you have other symptoms on this list, ask your doctor to find out what is happening.

3. Pain in the arm

 Another typical symptom of a heart attack is pain that spreads to the left side of the body.

 “Most of the time, it starts at the chest and moves outward,” says Chambers. 'But there were some patients who had arm pain that turned out to be primarily a heart attack.'

4. Feel dizzy or light-headed

 Many things can cause you to lose balance or faint for a moment. Maybe you weren't enough to eat or drink, or you got up too early.

 However, if you suddenly feel dangerous and experience chest discomfort or shortness of breath, contact your doctor immediately.

 “Your blood pressure may have dropped because your heart isn't pumping properly,” says Bufarino.

5. Sore throat or jaw pain

 By itself, it is unlikely that a sore throat or jaw is associated with the heart. It is more likely to be due to a muscle problem, a cold, or a sinus problem.

 However, if there is pain or pressure in the middle of the chest that spreads to the neck or chin, it may be a sign of a heart attack. Call 911 and see your doctor to make sure everything is normal.

6. Easy to get tired

 If you suddenly get tired or short of breath, something that wasn't previously a problem, such as climbing stairs or carrying groceries from your car, talk to your doctor right away.

 'These important changes are more important to us than any small pain you may feel,' says Bufarino.

 Extreme fatigue and unexplained weakness can sometimes last for several days and can be a symptom of heart disease, especially in women.