Symptom 8: Sweating – More Than Just Heat
It’s a cool day, and you’re comfortably seated in your office. Suddenly, you feel beads of sweat trickling down your face. Your palms are sweaty, and your clothes feel damp. It’s not a hot day, and you’re not nervous. So, why are you sweating?
Excessive sweating or breaking out in a cold sweat for no apparent reason could signal heart disease. When the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, your body responds by sweating more to try and cool down. It’s as if your body’s thermostat is broken, leading to unnecessary ‘cooling down’ episodes.
Understanding that your excessive sweating could be a symptom of heart disease and not just heat or anxiety could make a significant difference. It’s not a symptom to be embarrassed about but a sign to be wary of.
While sweat might seem trivial, it’s a silent messenger carrying an important message about your heart health. Recognizing this symptom could lead to an early diagnosis of heart disease, paving the way for prompt treatment. (8)
