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Exercising is so uncomfortable bc heart pounds so hard.feels like it is trapped in a box and is banging against my neck/chest.dizziness.athlete.cause?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Palpitations : Can be a sign of disturbed heart rhythm or other cardiac problem, kindly hold exercising for now till sorted out by your doctor/cardiologist, best wishes

Answered 8/6/2016

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