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Why is my heart beating fast? is it cuz if my cold and cough?
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Depends on how fast: Fever can cause increased heart rate, but so could any number of things, such as low oxygen, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, or serious infection. If you are short of breath or your pulse is >120 or so, you need to see a doctor immediately.
Answered 4/20/2014
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Maybe: Being ill can raise your heart rate but are you taking anything for the cold, for example pseudo-ephedrine - the "d" in many cold remedies. That will increase your heart rate.
Answered 4/20/2014
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