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Sometimes my heart beats fast even when i am not active. mainly when i doozed off and woke up. or about to go to sleep. ?

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Get check up: You may be having benign palpitations and, especially on waking, these might even be related to dreams you don't recall. Nevertheless, see you doctor and inquire about a consultation with a cardiologist. A heart monitor that you wear at home may help clarify these symptoms.

Answered 9/6/2014

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