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Sometimes out of nowhere i get these strange feelings like my heart beats off rythym and shortness of breath and trouble breathing, what's happening?

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Cardiac Arrythmia: You might be suffering from cardiac arrythmias or panic anxiety disorder. You need work up ekg, holter and/or event monitor for correct diagnosis.

Answered 12/28/2013

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