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I have recently wakened in the middle of the night with a rapid heartbeat. Had testing about 8 years ago which determined I had sleep apnea. A more recent test decided that I did not, just disturbed sleep? Would the rapid heartbeat be caused by sleep apnea or some other problem?
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Can Sleep Apnoea Cause Rapid Heartbeat?
Hello Thanks for writing in Health care magic I had gone through your query and understood your concerns. Rapid heart beat can be caused by Sleep apnea syndrome there are many causes for tachycardia Excess coffee or tea, anxiety, thyroid problems, low sugar, cardiac problems, Too much alcohol and smoking electrolyte imbalance cocaine medicine side effects Hope this guides you. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you do not have any clarifications, you can please close the discussion. Thank you. Wishing you good health