Stress and grief can contribute to heart problems, including a lesser known, but not uncommon, condition called takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Also known as broken heart syndrome, shows up in response to a severe emotional triggers and has been found to be more common during the holiday season. When it’s happening, broken heart syndrome can feel—and look—a lot like a heart attack and can cause chest pain and shortness of breath. Click here to learn more about broken heart syndrome and who’s at risk.
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