my heart starts beathing really fast at random times throughout the day and week.  I'm not sure if its stress related or not, but it normally starts around october/november and ends at no specific date. some doctors say its just stress, but im not sure.  help please!
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This answer really depends on your age, sex and risk factors.  If you are young <35 its probably nothing serious but could be your thyroid, panic attack or rarely a heart problem.  If you are older, obese, smoke etc it could be a sign of something more serious in the heart and should be further evaluated by a doctor.  Bottom line if you have already been evaluated by a doctor and had a normal EKG its probably nothing but if you are still nervous you can ask for an event monitor.
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Yes, definitely see your doctor. Anxiety, depression, ADD, and the like are complicated and are many times just the body and brain reacting to either an inherent or temporary chemical imbalance. Stress, in general, can hurt your arteries regardless of your coronary health.  You may also have a sleep disorder that you are unaware of. \n\nI had funny things happening in my chest and it scared me to death. The problem actually went away, but the doctor said that it was a normal expression of abnormal stress. It wasn't even a rough period I was going through. Although he didn't put me on medication, you may need it, and there are plenty of good, tested over time, anti-depressants/antianxietal drugs such as Wellbutrin XL that are for people who are dealing with anxiety but are still quite able to function in day to day life. So, no Prozac or Zoloft would be needed here... \n\nbut DEFINITELY go to the doctor to eliminate anything regarding your coronary system. But, like I said, if you are in good health otherwise, don't jump to conclusions about your heart and follow your intuition: Yes, it is possible to have mild anxiety all the time. You are not crazy, you are normal, and there are things that will help you...
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it is an abnormal heart beat\n\nif it worries you go to your doctor who can check it out
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Depends on what you mean by palpitations. If it is just an awareness of the regular beating of your heart, but the rhythm is regular (maybe fast), then it might just be anxiety. If it is a missed beat every now and again, it might be a premature ventricular beat, which is usually not dangerous, but you might need a 24 hour Holter monitor to determine how frequently it happens. Sometimes, cutting down on coffee might reduce the symptoms. Write to me if you need any more information.
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It could be your heart. I would see a doctor to sort it out.
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Not unless you have associated symptoms.Heart palpitations can be caused by numerous things,some being:\nExercise\nAnxiety, stress, fear \nFever\nCaffeine, nicotine, cocaine, diet pills \nOveractive thyroid\nAnemia \nThere are of course many others. As someone who suffers from an Arrhythmia,try some of these.I rule out coffee,chocolate,coca-cola, pepsi,and smoking.These do  help.\nReducing stress and anxiety can help lessen your heart palpitations. Try breathing exercises or deep relaxation (a step-by-step process of tensing and then relaxing every muscle group in your body) at the time of your heartbeat sensations. Also, consider practicing yoga or tai chi on a regular basis to reduce the frequency of your palpitations.\nKeep a record of how often you have palpitations, when they happen, how long they last, your heart rate at the time of the palpitations, and what you are feeling at the time. If you have never had heart palpitations before, bring them to the attention of your doctor. He or she will do a work up to determine the cause and whether they are treatable or not.\n Things to watch for.\nYou feel frequent extra heartbeats (more than 6 per minute or coming in runs of 3 or more).\nYou have new or different heart palpitations.\nYour pulse is more than 100 beats per minute (without exercise, anxiety, or fever).\nFrom what you say,I feel your stress is the cause of your problem. Try to ease your stress levels, or see your doctor for help .
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How often does this happen?  It's important to take chest pains very seriously, they could be signs of a heart attack or stroke.  Is it hard to breathe?  You should see a doctor ASAP, at least to rule out any heart issues.  I'm a nurse so please take my advice.\nYou'll be okay sweetie.
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That actually happens to me sometimes. It's normally during my ovulation time or the week before I start my period. I asked my dr about it & she said it's normal. If it gets heavier or lasts over a week, that's when you need to worry & contact your dr.
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Your not irregular and there is nothing to panic about, your discharge is you ovulating. This often occurs before or after a womans period. This is the critical period when a woman can get pregnant. Your body is working at a speed that will have you confused. I would not stress out about this. Because stress takes a toll on a womans menstral cycle. Last thing you want is the day of see that doctor you start cycling :D\n\n~!~Nickie~!~ Former medical student at FSU
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See a doctor and have them check it out.  It's better to be safe than to have your heart just stop one day and collapse while you're "feeling just fine".
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Consult your doctor immediately.  Could be a circulatory problem or the onset of a myocardio infarction (heart attack).
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Hi.I would strongly recommend a visit to her GP.Most palpitations (exaggerated perception of one's heartbeat) are benign and caused by stress, anxiety, coffee, smoking, etc.Some of them require immediate attention, especially when accompanied by shortness of breath, dizziness , nausea or other worrisome signs. Please get her to visit her GP and I would also recommend check-ups in a cardiologist's office once every 2-3 years for everybody. Good luck! Bogdan Vulcan
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I had this too, so i went to my doctor who sent me to get the 24 hour monitor attached to my chest. It turned out to be ectopic heart beats, i have tablets for it, i don't need to take them really but it stops me feeling the missed beats which is what i didn't like. I was told not to worry about it, but when it's your heart you do worry. The only time i feel it now is when I'm really tired. Don't be afraid, go to the doctors and get it checked. I'm 43 and I've had it for about 10 years. Being overweight doesn't help either, so if you are then try losing a bit. Hope this is of use to you.
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Could be axiety attacks-that's about the age my daughter got them-stress related-but could be serious I was 26 when I had my first heart attack after egnoring some of the same symtoms.\nTell her to have a doctor check her out and if it's stress he can give her something to help her and you will feel better know that she is not seriously ill.
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Um, you better get to a doctor ASAP. It sounds like a heart attack, or heart murmur. And don't laugh it off, even if you think you're too young. I had a co-worker who had a terrible heart attack at age 19. It happened at work, she was complaining about something similar to yours. A few hours later, she stood up to leave, and just passed out. We had to call the ambulance. She survived, but had to quit working.
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Is your heart racing when it hurts? Are you feeling anxious or stressed?  Could be anxiety-make a doctor appointment to be sure.
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I have heart disease and my heart used to beat really fast, almost like I had a double heart beat (it's called a "flutter").  I would ask your doctor about it and see if they can send you to a heart specialist.  Heart disease can be a major problem if it's not treated right away.  \n\nYou might have arrythmia or tachycardia or it could be a panic attack, those aren't any fun either.  I would talk to your doctor.  He would know for sure.