6. Sweating More than Usual – The Damp Distress Signal from the Heart
Symptom six is another subtle sign that’s easily overlooked – sweating more than usual. This isn’t the normal sweat you’d expect from a hot day or an intense workout. Instead, it’s an unexpected, often profuse sweat that seems out of proportion to your activity level or the surrounding temperature.
In the context of heart problems, excessive sweating can occur due to the heart’s inefficiency to pump blood around the body. This inefficiency can increase the body’s effort and stress level, leading to increased sweating. Moreover, during events like a heart attack, the body can go into a “fight or flight” response, releasing adrenaline, which can also cause excessive sweating.
Again, while excessive sweating can be a symptom of many health issues, not just heart problems, it’s essential not to dismiss this symptom. If you’re noticing that you’re sweating more than usual, especially if it’s accompanied by other potential heart-related symptoms, a visit to the doctor should be on your agenda. (6)
