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When i change my position suddenly or go down of bed/get up from sitting to standing position my heart beats with force for few seconds what is this:(?

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Dr. Alan Heldman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Orthostatic reflex: This is a physiologic reflex as the venous return of blood to the heart is suddenly shifted by gravity as you change position. In some people this reflex is accentuated and can cause symptoms. Dehydration can accentuate it a lot.

Answered 1/17/2016

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A member asked:

When i change my position suddenly or go down of bed/get up from sitting to standing position my heart beats with force for few seconds what is this:(?

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Dr. Alan Heldman answered

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