Cardiophobia (Fear of Heart Attacks) – What You Should Know? – Dr. Kartik Bhosale
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], March 24: Cardiophobia, also called “Heart Anxiety,” is a mental health condition where a person has an extreme and constant fear about their heart health. People with cardiophobia often feel chest pain and believe it’s due to a heart problem, but it’s usually because of anxiety. The more they worry, the worse their symptoms become, creating a cycle of fear. A phobia is a strong fear that doesn’t match the actual danger. In cardiophobia, a person becomes so focused on their heart that even after medical tests show nothing is wrong, they still feel like they have a heart issue. They may keep visiting doctors and avoid physical activities out of fear. This fear can affect daily life and lead to ongoing anxiety about heart health. Dr....