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Could a young woman have a heart attack?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Absolutely: There are rare problems in children. Most after 45 some in young adults with smoking, diabetes, obesity, bad behavior- Cocaine etc. After that anytime up to 100 women are at risk along with us guys!

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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