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For the past year i have had episodes, heart palpitations, usually last about a minute. have gone to cardiologist, had a stress ekg and nothing shows up. its irregular. all 4 blood tests each time and all normal? could it be anxiety attacks?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Palpitations: Yes, anxiety attacks is one possibility, especially because you have seen your doctor. Please continue to have him/her follow you and consider seeing a clinical psychologist. See www.relaxationresponse.org for some self-help also. Peace and good health.

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

Answered 11/20/2019

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A member asked:

For the past year i have had episodes, heart palpitations, usually last about a minute. have gone to cardiologist, had a stress ekg and nothing shows up. its irregular. all 4 blood tests each time and all normal? could it be anxiety attacks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

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