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Rapid heartbeat when climbing stairs, i am so afraid at 39 years!?

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Dr. Bryan Levey answered

See your doctor: This could be anxiety, poor physical conditioning, or something more serious. The only way to be sure is to see your doctor so your heart (and the rest of you) can be evaluated.

Answered 12/11/2020

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A member asked:

Rapid heartbeat when climbing stairs, i am so afraid at 39 years!?

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Dr. Bryan Levey answered

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