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Why does my chest feel tight and i feel palpitations but when i take blood pressure it's 125/70 and pulse is 83? what could be wrong?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Palpitations: And other causes of chest discomfort can be completely independent of BP & heart rate. Recommend a discussion with your primary physician.

Answered 6/10/2014

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