What's the difference between heart attack symptoms in men and women?

Women's heart attack symptoms are different and subtler than in men; she may have chest pain, but shortness of breath, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, back pain and nausea are also common. Cardiologist Suzanne Steinbaum, DO, explains these symptoms.

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