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I get heart palpitations bad only when sitting or laying down. sometimes so bad it takes my breath away for a sec and is so scary. ekg is normal. why?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Palpitations: Would need more information and perhaps tests to try and figure it out.

Answered 6/4/2020

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A member asked:

I get heart palpitations bad only when sitting or laying down. sometimes so bad it takes my breath away for a sec and is so scary. ekg is normal. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

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