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I went in to a quick care for ear ache and i was told during exam my heart was dropping a beat that it could be a pvc valve what should my concerns be?

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Dr. David Astrachan answered

Hard to say: An occasional PVC is nothing to worry about but given the fact that it has been noticed you should make an appointment with an internist or family practitioner for an exam to make sure it is nothing more serious.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I went in to a quick care for ear ache and i was told during exam my heart was dropping a beat that it could be a pvc valve what should my concerns be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Astrachan answered

Dr Ali agreed

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