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What Causes Palpitations While Suffering From Stress And Anxiety?

hi. m havin heart palpitation.. i also do have alot of stresss anxiety and all that. n more also i was suffering from chest throat infection and shortness of breathe.. i took avelox tab n it got me reacted today. after that m havin palpitations. feelin like my heart goes down after each 40 or 60 minutes
Wed, 18 Jan 2017
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Hi,

Anxiety and stress cause the body to produce adrenaline which prepares the body yo deal with stressful situation either "flight or fight" response. This cause high heart beat thus causing palpitation. This normal a normal response when your are faced with threatening situation The main issue is when this occurs for prolonged time may end up causing high blood pressure. Treatment: Relaxation drugs, and stress management skills.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Mutuma Geoffrey Zambezi
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What Causes Palpitations While Suffering From Stress And Anxiety?

Hi, Anxiety and stress cause the body to produce adrenaline which prepares the body yo deal with stressful situation either flight or fight response. This cause high heart beat thus causing palpitation. This normal a normal response when your are faced with threatening situation The main issue is when this occurs for prolonged time may end up causing high blood pressure. Treatment: Relaxation drugs, and stress management skills. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mutuma Geoffrey Zambezi