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No. A transient ischemic attack, also known as a "mini-stroke", is when a person has stroke like symptoms that resolve within 24 hours. I it due to a lack of blood flow to some part of the brain.

Ischemic Heart disease is when there are blood flow problems to the heart. It usually manifests as chest tightness or pain and shortness of breath is exertion but the symptoms can vary widely.

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