Broken heart syndrome is often brought on by stressful situations and extreme emotions, and can also be triggered by a serious physical illness or surgery. This temporary heart condition affects just part of the heart, temporarily disrupting the ticker’s normal pumping action and the rest of the heart continues to function normally. The good thing is that the symptoms of broken heart syndrome are treatable, and the condition generally reverses itself in days or weeks. Symptoms: Chest pain and shortness of breath are common symptoms. Individuals with broken heart syndrome may think they are having a heart attack (myocardial infarction- MI), rightfully so since broken heart syndrome can mimic a heart attack. It is very important that you take any long-lasting or persistent chest pain seriously since it could be a sign of a heart attack, call 911 right away. Dial 911 or emergency medical services if you’re having any chest pain, a very rapid or irregular heartbeat, or shortnes...