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that a broken heart can actually be fatal. Acute emotional stress can cause the left ventricle of the heart to be stunned or paralyzed, causing heart attack-like symptoms including strong chest, arm or shoulder pains, shortness of breath, loss of consciousness, nausea and vomiting.

Nov 7, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: that a ‘broken heart’ can actually be fatal. “Acute emotional stress can cause the left ventricle of the heart to be ‘stunned’ or paralyzed, causing heart attack-like symptoms including strong chest, arm or shoulder pains, shortness of breath, loss of consciousness, nausea and vomiting.”

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