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How long can symptoms of a heart attack last?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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Until cured: Chest pain more than 20 minutes can represent a heart attack. As long as the pain continues, ongoing or worsening heart damage occurs. With treatment it should be possible to eliminate the pain within less than an hour, and prevent damage or stop any further damage.

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Answered 1/23/2020

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A member asked:

How long can symptoms of a heart attack last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Dr Beck and another doctor agreed

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