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I've had a few episodes where my heart will suddenly beat really fast and i'll be out of breath. what could be the problem?
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SVT: Supraventricular tachycardia is a possibility. You can try vagal maneuvers such as holding your breath, or bearing down like you are having a bowel movement until you can seek out medical help. This could also be a very serious malignant arrhythmia so get checked out asap.
Answered 7/24/2013
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Heart Palpitation: Experiencing heart palpitation and shorteness of breath could be caused by many things including a serious heart condition. Having more than one episode and especially if it happened at rest, it warrants an urgent evaluation. A complete history and physical by your doctor would the first step to take.
Answered 12/9/2013
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