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How long does it take for stress to kill you. i've suffered anxiety for 10-15 years. stress quite a lot recently. will i die from this any time soon?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not that simple: Anxiety disorders can contribute to a variety of other health concerns. However, anxiety is not in and of it's self a lethal condition.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 5/2/2017

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A member asked:

How long does it take for stress to kill you. i've suffered anxiety for 10-15 years. stress quite a lot recently. will i die from this any time soon?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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