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I have severe panic attacks, agoraphobia & anxiety for 2 years. can the constant stress give me an irregular heartbeat? (i'm not on caffeine or meds)

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Dr. Myra Skluth answered

Perhaps: Have you been evaluated for hyperthyroidism? High levels of stress hormones can trigger a rapid heart beat and high blood pressure. They do not necessarily cause an irregular heart beat . See you physician.

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Answered 7/16/2013

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Anxiety: Yes chronic anxiety can cause rhythm disturbances.

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Answered 5/12/2016

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A member asked:

I have severe panic attacks, agoraphobia & anxiety for 2 years. can the constant stress give me an irregular heartbeat? (i'm not on caffeine or meds)

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Myra Skluth answered

Dr Koch and another doctor agreed

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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