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Can severe stress mimic symptoms of a heart attack? i have had two bouts lasting 5 minutes of chest pain radiating to upper right jaw.

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Yes indeed: It can...Stress manifests itself in different ways...Talk to your physician.

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/12/2013

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Dr. Hesham Hassaballa answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Yes, but...: Yes, severe stress can mimic symptoms of a heart attack. In fact, it is called "stress induced cardiomyopathy, " or "broken heart syndrome." but: these symptoms you have should be checked out: get seen by a doctor right away...

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/8/2013

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A member asked:

Can severe stress mimic symptoms of a heart attack? i have had two bouts lasting 5 minutes of chest pain radiating to upper right jaw.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rick Koch answered

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Hesham Hassaballa answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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