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Heart paused for 1-2 seconds then continued beating normally while taking a deep breath and holding for a few seconds. normal?
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Probably an extra: What you're describing is the most common descriptor of people who have an extra beat or two inserted in there. It feels like the heart pauses for a second either during or afterward. An ekg or rhythm monitor can tell for sure.
Answered 3/17/2015
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