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Causes 4 frequent yet brief (2-5min) episodes of racing pulse+tremulousness +slight shrtnss of breath(not anxiety related)occurs at rest&up to 5xan hr?

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Dr. Peter Will answered

Monitor: Would need to wear a monitor to see heart rhythm when you feel this.

Answered 5/3/2014

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