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My heart rate is increasing gradually and i can't breath well, and i also feel a short pain in chest. when i concentrate on this i feel very fear. why?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

You need further: Evaluation with your physician as there could be many causes including anxiety.

Answered 3/18/2014

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