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Last night woke up from sleep heart beating very fast i had pain there felt like i couldn't breathe at all . heart attack? left arm numb prior to bed
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Very unlikely: Sounds like a minor panic attack or bad dream but could be a myriad of causes. If it does not subside after 10-15 min go to ER, or if continues to recur, consult your MD. Based on your age, very unlikely to be a heart attack
Answered 9/13/2014
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