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Rode a bike to work for 12 mins, i've been here an hour but i'm getting a anxiety attack cause i feel like my heart is beating not hard but sorta fast?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Not sure: How bike ride plays into this but recommend a discussion with your primary physician.

Dr Mirza agreed

Answered 12/6/2013

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