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When i asked about the heart palpitations, i should add that i use smokeless tobacco, can this cause them? i'm working on quitting.
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Palpitations: Yes, stimulants can cause palpitations, and nicotine is a powerful stimulant. Cigarettes, cigars, dip, chew or any tobacco product has a significant amount of nicotine. However, palpitations can also result from underlying heart problems or metabolic problems, so don't assume it's the nicotine until you have a medical evaluation.
Answered 7/24/2017
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Any stimulant: Can lead to palpitations.
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