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What Is The Cause Of Sudden Heart Racing Which Causes Difficulty In Breathing While Lying In Bed?
I get random episodes where my heart begins to race, I tense up, and it's a bit difficult to breathe. Usually when this happens, I'm not doing anything that would normally cause someone's heart to race, I could just be lying in my bed. It happens fairly often, at least once a week. It doesn't stop me from being able to do what I need to do, but it is very uncomfortable and I was wondering what it might be that is causing this?
Hi, You may be experiencing paroxysmal tachycardia. This is a condition when the heart beats abnormally fast for spells without warning. It can cause unpleasant sensations in the chest. It can easily be treated, usually with medication. I suggest you see your doctor for further investigation. You may need a 24 hour EKG to help with diagnosis. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB FRCA
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What Is The Cause Of Sudden Heart Racing Which Causes Difficulty In Breathing While Lying In Bed?
Hi, You may be experiencing paroxysmal tachycardia. This is a condition when the heart beats abnormally fast for spells without warning. It can cause unpleasant sensations in the chest. It can easily be treated, usually with medication. I suggest you see your doctor for further investigation. You may need a 24 hour EKG to help with diagnosis. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB FRCA