What exactly happens when you die from shock?

Particularly in cases when you are being tortured until you finally die from shock.

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StepDad2 · 36-40, M

Probably had a cardiac arrest or more commonly known as a heart attack

deadmoon · 31-35, F

So dying from shock is the same thing as having a heart attack?

StepDad2 · 36-40, M

@deadmoon: You don't usually die from shock. It can lead to death if not addressed properly.