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I am 36, have been extremely stressed about issues in the family, and for the last 2 days i have been able to see my heart beat in my chest.
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Stress can cause: many physical symptoms, and commonly causes your heart to beat harder and/or faster. Stress has been shown to precipitate heart attacks. You should see your doctor and/or a counselor. You would probably benefit from medication and/or counseling during this stressful time in your life. Relaxation techniques can be helpful. For more info, try doing a Google search on relaxation techniques.
Answered 9/3/2015
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