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I'm having irregular heartbeats when i listen on my stethoscope. the beats so thump thump thump then a 2 second pause then really fast again. why?

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Dr. Shabbir Hossain answered

Arrythmia: I would suggest a 12 lead ECG to properly evaluate your rhythm. The possibilities are far and wide, from benign to potentially serious.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I'm having irregular heartbeats when i listen on my stethoscope. the beats so thump thump thump then a 2 second pause then really fast again. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shabbir Hossain answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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