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Can panic disorder and heart palpitations go hand in hand ?

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Panic disorder: Yes. They could go hand in hand.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/15/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Rapid or pounding heart can occur during a panic attack.

Dr Gelin agreed

Answered 4/13/2016

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