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A member asked:
I always feel like i have a knot in my heart & heart pain/chest discomfort /and feel like my heart is out of beat.is it cause of my anxiety?
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Anxiety: Sounds like you have anxiety or panic attacks if you are only 18 and less likely to be heart. See your dr. And get checked out, the reassurance may be good for you. Palpitations if present can increase your snxiety.
Answered 12/9/2013
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