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Can having a stuffy head increase your heart rate?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: Anything that causes your body to be under stress or uncomfortable can increase your heart rate.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2022

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