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My son who is four is having irregular heartbeats. his heart beat is fast then slow.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

?RSA: Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia, normal, heart rate increases during inspiration and slows down during exhalation, if this what you noticed.? If otherwise please see his doctor, wish you both wellness

Answered 2/7/2016

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