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Are heart palpitations induced by caffeine consumption dangerous? if so, why?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: It can be , my advise do not consume more than two cups a day, than way u can avoid the palpitation and still enjoy u coffee.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: Induce tachycardia and fibrillation.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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