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Woke up 2hrs after falling asleep, short of breath and a racing heart. felt better and was able to go back to sleep within a couple of hours. could this have been heart related or just a panic attack?
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See pcp: If it happens again, or you've had it before.
Answered 8/31/2016
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See doc: It could be a panic attack but it could also be cardiac related. See your PCP to get a routine ECG and blood work.
Answered 4/25/2017
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