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Years ago had episode of fast heartrate unable to move arms and hands clawed inward i had a cold and heavy feeling in my chest. what could it have b?

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Fast heartrate: Several possibilities. Maybe an episode of hyperventilation or an anxiety attack/.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 10/1/2013

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