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I am a 26 yr old male at night when i lay down my heart starts to beat fast and i can't sleep what can this be ?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Heart beating: Wondering if you consume alcohol or caffeine or eat meals late at night?

Answered 12/28/2012

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