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Q: My Dad is 70. He gets cold while sitting, but my be sweating at the same time. When he gets up and walks around for a little he feels better. Is this a symptom of a heart attack?

He has always had low blood pressure and is in very good physical shape. He lives in Florida over the winter and stays active playing softball and bike riding. He also does well with his diet
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1/17/11 12:52pm

Hi Ralf,

 

Here's a link to heart attack information:

 

Heart Attack Symptoms and Warning Signs

 

I recommend your dad be evaluated by his physician.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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By Ralf Givvler— Last Modified: 01/17/11, First Published: 01/15/11