Does chest pain = heart attack?
No. As shown in the above list, the symptoms of stress can create the same symptoms as that as when someone is having a heart attack. It is important to be aware of that. When chest pain is brought on by a stressful situation, you can typically reduce its intensity by relaxing and being calm. If you were having a heart attack, any stress relaxation techniques would not lessen the pain. Symptoms of a heart attack can be more severe and longer lasting and you should seek immediate medical attention.
