India, Nov. 15 -- We all know how painful heartbreak can be! It may stem from a tough breakup, the loss of a loved one, or simply the stress of life. This pain can feel intense and sometimes even overwhelming. But did you know that emotional pain like this can actually harm your heart? This is known as Broken Heart Syndrome or Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, a surprising condition that affects the heart and its impact, as well as practical ways to manage it.

Broken Heart Syndrome is caused by emotional and physical stress that affects the way your heart functions. It has symptoms similar to a heart attack. "Still, it can occur when a sudden surge of stress hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol, briefly weakens the heart muscle", Dr Abhishe...