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I have a heart murmer and there are times when my heart beats quickly and continues to best quickly and then it slows down. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Venkata Vallury answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Heart beat: it is a good idea to see a cardiologist and get an EKG done. Ypu may be having sinus tachycardia which is usually normal, rhythm disturbances should be ruled out.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 2/11/2015

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