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My heart rate is 120 but i haven't done anything but shower this morning. even when i sit down it feels fast. i'm only 17 & scared of heart attack?
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Evaluation needed: You should see your primary care. They may want to check your thyroid and your heart. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 11/28/2017
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See Dr: Heart attack unlikely in your age group, but thyroid or other medical issue causing rapid heart rate more likely. Need evaluated by your Dr and likely blood work and an EKG to start to sort things out.
Answered 11/28/2017
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