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A few days ago when i was laying down my heart beat super fast like a flutter and i felt like i couldn't breathe, first time it happened. help?

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Dr. Atique Mirza answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Arrhythmia : Please se your doctor you may need holter to rule out cardiac arrhythmia.

Answered 3/19/2014

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Follow with doctor: A fast heart rate that causes problems with breathing should have a complete evaluation by a physician. Follow up with your doctor at once. If you happen to have the same problem again, go to the er.

Answered 3/19/2014

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