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Would i be able to tell if i was having a heart attack vs anxiety?

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Dr. Hesham Hassaballa answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Can be the same: Many times, an anxiety attack can feel like a heart attack: chest pain/pressure, difficulty breathing, a "sense of doom." if you get these symptoms, you should definitely seek medical attention.

Dr Chilakapati agreed

Answered 1/16/2015

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