yes this could be a symptom of heart trouble. while some women do get the classic signs of a heart attack (crushing or squeezing pain at the mid-chest shortness of breath lightheadedness anxiety) other women have symptoms such as pain at the mid-back shoulder breast or arm. this pain usually is described as "severe " rather than "uncomfortable " however. if you suspect you are having a heart attack please seek immediate medical attention by dialing 911. regarding angina pectoris specifically the symptoms are the same in women as in men: discomfort burning or aching in the chest back neck throat or jaw. it is frequently mistaken for indigestion. if you take antacids or other anti-indigestion medications and don't get relief it could be a sign of angina pectoris. this should be evaluated by a medical provider as angina is a sign of coronary artery disease. i hope you feel better soon and that your symptoms are nothing more than acid reflux!
what ar symptoms of angina pectoris in women? . have symptoms of indigestion with pain going through to back. uncomfortable rather than severe. could it be heart problems?