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What Do Heart Palpitations While Having Degenerative Disease Suggest?
I been having palpitations I m 53 yes male with degenerative disease never had back surgery, but pain management of epidural and pt. I been so stressed. I hit my own chest out of frustration with an accident I now feel palpitations ? Can I damage my heart?
Wed, 9 Sep 2015
hi,i appreciate your concern for palpitation.at your age of 53,degenerative desease of spine are common.at the same time it appears to me that you are more stressed,and your anxity levels are high which may be important contributor to ur palpitation as well as back pain both.it would be good if u get yourself checked by concern doctor to rule out heart problem if any try to destess ur self by relaxation techniques and or medications.thanks.your further quaries are most welcome.
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