Can you die of fright?
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Exploring the Impact of Fear on the Body's Fight or Flight Response
Exploring how extreme fear triggers the fight or flight response, releasing adrenaline and noradrenaline that can affect the heart's rhythm, potentially leading to cardiac complications, especially in those with existing heart conditions.
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