Drew Carey says misconceptions led him to ignore heart attack symptoms
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Key Points:
- Drew Carey revealed he did not recognize his heart attack symptoms during the run of "The Drew Carey Show," mistakenly believing a heart attack involved clutching the chest and collapsing dramatically.
- While jogging to lose weight, Carey experienced a high heart rate and numbness in his shoulder but initially dismissed the symptoms, even stopping for chili spaghetti after calling his girlfriend.
- After feeling chest tightness again during rehearsal, Carey called for an ambulance and was hospitalized overnight, where a stent was inserted to treat his heart condition.
- Post-heart attack, Carey made significant lifestyle changes, including adopting healthier eating habits, cutting out alcohol, and incorporating regular exercise with support from friends and his doctor.
- Carey reflected on his past diet, noting he
