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I have wpw and i show some symptoms like shortness of breath rapid heart beat i get numbess in my arms and legs what will happen i left untreated?

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Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

Danger: Untreated WPW is extremely dangerous and can be rapidly fatal. If your WPW is not controlled or you have symptoms like you describe, see your doctor, especially cardiologist, immediately.

Answered 1/9/2018

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A member asked:

I have wpw and i show some symptoms like shortness of breath rapid heart beat i get numbess in my arms and legs what will happen i left untreated?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

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