What are the symptoms of myocardial infarction in men?

• A. Nausea and vomiting only
• B. Shortness of breath with no chest pain
• C. Headache and dizziness
• D. Severe angina, shoulder pain, numbness down the arm

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is how heart attack symptoms typically present in men. A myocardial infarction often shows up as chest pressure or severe angina—a heavy, squeezing sensation in the middle of the chest. This pain frequently radiates to the shoulder, down the left arm, and can even extend to the jaw or back. Numbness or tingling down the arm can accompany this radiating pain. This combination—intense chest pressure with outreach to the arm and possible numbness—is a classic pattern for men having a heart attack, which is why the described signs fit best.

Other listed possibilities are less characteristic of MI in men. While nausea and vomiting can occur, it’s not the only or most defining symptom. Shortness of breath with no chest pain can happen, particularly in some individuals, but it doesn’t capture the typical chest-pain, radiating pattern. Headache and dizziness alone are not the hallmark features of a myocardial infarction.

If you suspect a heart attack, seek emergency medical help immediately.