MANILA — How does heartbreak affect your overall health? 

Health Secretary Ted Herbosa, a medical doctor, said one could feel pain from emotional stress due to a condition called psychosomatic disorder.

This is a psychological condition in which "what one's mind and emotion feel" leads to physical symptoms, Herbosa said.

He warned that it could lead to problems such as heart failure. 

"There are people  who can really die from emotional illness," he said, adding it should be "corrected" immediately.

Opening up about how you feel and finding someone who listens can help a lot, he said.

"It's important to talk. Kung ikaw ay isang taong may problema, humanap ka ng taong makikinig. And iyong sa mga tao naman, tenga lang ang kailangan niyo, makinig lang kayo. Makinig lang kayo. You just have to listen. Kung minsan okay na iyon. Malaking difference na," he said.

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This Valentine's Day, Herbosa urged the public to take care of their mental health and emotions. 

"Makakahanap ka pa ng ibang kapalit, baka mas magaling pa," he said in jest, addressing those who are heartbroken. 

Herbosa noted that some people could feel heartbreak during holidays, not just on Valentine's Day.  

"All you need is to have support - psychosocial support - either from friends, family, and professionals kung talagang hindi makaya. Let's make sure and reach out to these people na merong problems sa emotions, sa love," he said.

For those who need help with mental health concerns, the Department of Health's wellness app Lusog Isip program can be accessed through lusog-isip.ph.

The crisis hotlines of the National Center for Mental Health are also available at 1553, 0917-899-8727, or 0966-351-4518.