Broken Heart Syndrome: Can You Die of a Broken Heart?

or excess blood loss

It’s rare, but some medicines can also cause broken heart syndrome, such as:

• Emergency medicines to treat severe asthma attacks or allergic reactions
• Some anxiety medications and decongestants (used to treat a stuffy nose)
• Illegal stimulant drugs such as cocaine and methamphetamine

Broken Heart Syndrome Risk Factors

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