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I get out of breath and my heart gets beating fast when i go up lots of stairs. what's the scientific reason for this?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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Arrhythmias: It could be related to heart with irregular fast rhythm. Please get checked.

Answered 12/4/2015

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A member asked:

I get out of breath and my heart gets beating fast when i go up lots of stairs. what's the scientific reason for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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