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Intermittent heart palpitations for 10 years, becoming more frequent. feels like my heart stops very briefly then beats fast for a second and takes my breath away. 28 year old female, smoker. no other symptoms are ever present during palpitation. ?
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Palpitations: Palpitations are commonly associated with electrolyte problems or calcium or magnesium imbalance or deficiency. Low magnesium is a common culprit. Thyroid possible. Sometimes a mild valvular problem can cause this. Stress, use of stimulants.
Answered 11/28/2017
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