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Question #12321
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Why do heart palpitations happen? - #12321

Aasha

I am really worried about these heart palpitations I've been having lately. Like, it started a few weeks ago when I was just sitting on my couch watching TV and then BAM! My heart started racing like crazy. At first, I thought maybe I was just stressed out from work, ya know? But then I noticed they happen even when I’m just chillin', like reading a book or even when I'm trying to sleep. It's so random! At first I figured, okay maybe I’m just not eating well or something, but I’ve been trying to eat better and drink more water. Still, these heart palpitations keep popping up! My doctor said they can be from anxiety or maybe some lifestyle choices but like, why do heart palpitations happen? Is it just stress or can it be something more serious? I did an EKG and they said everything looks fine, but I can’t shake this feeling that there’s something off. I keep googling “why do heart palpitations happen?” but I would love to hear what you all think. Anyone else have this experience? How do you deal with it? Seriously, some days I feel like I can't even enjoy my hobbies without worrying about my heart acting up! Thanks for any advice!

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