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My 8 yr old daughter complains her heart hurts when in pain her heart is beating very fast and hard as if it wants to get out of her chest serious?

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Dr. Kristi Woods answered

Needs to be seen: She needs to be checked for a problem with the conduction in her heart, especially if these episodes occur at rest. More information is needed, however. I would recommend going to your pediatrician. It may not be anything worrisome, but it warrants further evaluation.

Dr Sojico agreed

Answered 8/1/2013

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A member asked:

My 8 yr old daughter complains her heart hurts when in pain her heart is beating very fast and hard as if it wants to get out of her chest serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kristi Woods answered

Dr Sojico agreed

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