Chest Pain

• Chest pain is a common symptom of ischemic heart disease, especially in advanced cases where significant coronary blockage is present.
  
  

Arm/Leg Numbness

• Numbness that radiates into the leg or arm is a common symptom of ischemic heart disease, especially advanced cases, and is also a sign of heart attack.
  
  

Shortness of Breath

• Shortness of breath is a common sign of ischemic heart disease, especially during strenuous physical activity when the heart cannot effectively meet the increased oxygen demands of the body.
  
  

Dizziness

• A lack of oxygen to the brain, which can be caused, at least in part, by advanced ischemic heart disease, often times produces dizziness, especially during physical activity or times of emotional distress.
  
  

Irregular Heartbeat

• Ischemic heart disease can disrupt the normal electrical impulses that stimulate the heart to beat, which can cause irregular heart beats.