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My heart suddenly starts pounding very hard quite often. today i've had 17 palpitations. i'm 17 female. i have a hard time getting in enough air why?

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Pounding heart: It's time for you to get an appointment lung specialist! Hope all goes well - I am sure you will be well taken care of.

Answered 3/20/2016

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