3. Pain or Pressure in the Upper Back
Almost every adult and even some children experience back pain from time to time. Most often this back pain is felt throughout the lower back and is caused by a muscle strain or some other type of issue as a result of working the back too much.
Pain can occur in the upper back as well when there is too much pressure or strain put on this area. However, upper back pain can also be a pre heart attack symptom. A person who is about to have a heart attack may suddenly feel like there is an extreme pressure in the upper area of the back.
They may experience an extreme amount of pain with this as well. If this upper back pain is accompanied by a shortness of breath, dizziness, or excessive sweating, it is important to go to the doctor right away as this could be a sign of something quite serious.