2 ) Chest pain
A pulmonary embolism (PE)Â can be easily confused with a heart attack because both affections have similar symptoms. Heart attack pain radiates over your shoulders and neck, while pulmonary embolism pain can be sharp and get worse with every breath you take. Either way, make sure you call 911 because you need help.
3 ) A racing heart
The heart rate goes high when the oxygen is really low. Having trouble breathing while your heart is racing may be a sign of PE. A larger clot may result in poorer blood oxygen levels and significant changes in blood flow, leading to a compensatory rise in pulse rate.
4 ) Shortness of breath
If you are an asthmatic person, it may be difficult for you to understand if you are dealing with a blood clot or an asthma attack while you are trying to breathe normally. It can be really frustrating to always think about what is worse when trying to prevent yourself from getting ill. When a blood clot arrives in your lungs, you may feel winded. Get help if it comes unexpectedly.
5 ) Cough
If you can’t stop coughing, have shortness of breath, a high heart rate, or chest pain, there is a high possibility you may have to deal with a PE. Go straight to the ER or call 911 if you are experiencing all these signs all of a sudden.
