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My pulse is normal throughout the day but right when i lie down on my side i feel erratic or extra beats for 5-10 seconds then back to normal. ?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Normal: When you lie down, you get increase in blood flow to the heart. The heart compensates by beating a bit faster and harder for a few seconds.

Answered 3/9/2015

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A member asked:

My pulse is normal throughout the day but right when i lie down on my side i feel erratic or extra beats for 5-10 seconds then back to normal. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Corey Clay answered

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