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I had heart palpations. ekg says abnormal results, but doctor said everything was fine and it was normal. which do i believe? i do have anxiety.

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Dr. answered

Get another opinion: Anxiety is a common cause of palpitations but not the only one. If you do not believe your doctor made the right diagnosis get another opinion. Worrying about it would only make matters worse. Together with an ECG, you need blood tests to rule out other causes of palpitations such as anaemia or hyperthyroidism. See a cardiologist if you are concerned that the ECG findings are worrying.

Answered 11/12/2016

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Anxiety shows itself: In may ways. Once can mentally obsess over things that frighten the person or do behaviors to keep danger away, e.g., ritual behaviors, checking and re-checking. Physically there can be heart palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, sleeplessness, etc. Please go to a mental health professional for support if you think you have an anxiety disorder.

Answered 11/13/2016

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