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I read adrenaline can cause sudden cardiac arrest during physical activity. how do you know if your workout is safe? and, can emotional stress cause sudden cardiac arrest? i struggle with anxiety and am worried about this.
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Don't worry: Sudden cardiac arrest during exercise and physical activity is almost always due to a congenital (from birth) electrical problem in the heart. If you are concerned, your doctor can run a simple ECG to identify whether you are at risk.
Answered 9/21/2017
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