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Heartburn or heart attack: When to worry
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How much do the symptoms of heartburn and heart attack overlap?
What's the best thing to do if you have chest pain and you're not sure what's causing it?
What is heartburn?
What signs and symptoms are more likely to occur with a heart attack than with heartburn?
Can other digestive symptoms cause chest pain?
How much do the symptoms of heartburn and heart attack overlap?
Heartburn, angina and heart attack may feel very much alike. Even experienced doctors can't always tell the difference from your medical history and a physical exam. That's why, if you go to the emergency room because of chest pain, you'll immediately have tests to rule out a heart attack.
