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A 39-year-old female asked:

I am having frequent squeezing sensations in left side of chest, dizziness (to the point of nearly passing out), rapid heart rate, and minor cough. a cardiac catheterization revealed no abnormalities last year. is it possible i have a-fib or any other abn

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Dr. Christopher Duggar
Obstetrics and Gynecology 29 years experience
Yes: Need follow-up with primary md or cardiology for 24 hour holter test.
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Dr. Barry Walters
Cardiology 47 years experience
Yes: Ask for an event monitor to monitor your heartbeat.
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Last updated Oct 3, 2016

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