On World Heart Day 2025, cardiologists are urging people to pay attention to a lesser-known condition called Broken Heart Syndrome. Experts warn that this stress-related disorder often mimics the symptoms of a heart attack.
Doctors describe Broken Heart Syndrome, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy, as a temporary weakening of the heart muscle. The symptoms often include chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. Patients may mistake these warning signs for a heart attack.
Unlike a typical heart attack, which occurs when arteries are blocked, this condition develops when stress hormones overwhelm the heart’s main pumping chamber. The good news is that it is usually reversible. Still, the sudden onset can cause severe distress and alarm.
Cardiologists note that the syndrome is more common in post-menopausal women. However, anyone under intense emotional or physical stress can develop it. Stress management, they emphasize, is not just about mental well-being—it is crucial for heart health too.
Doctors recommend prevention through daily exercise, a balanced diet, mindfulness practices, and proper rest. They also stress the importance of early recognition. Quick medical care can save lives.
World Heart Day is a reminder that protecting the heart goes beyond diet and exercise. Emotional resilience, stress control, and awareness of conditions like Broken Heart Syndrome are just as essential.
By raising awareness and promoting healthy habits, experts hope to reduce risks. Cardiologists emphasize that safeguarding both emotional and physical health is the real key to a strong heart.
World Heart Day 2025: Decoding Broken Heart Syndrome
