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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staffHeart palpitation symptoms can feel like:
- Skipped heartbeats
- Fluttering heartbeats
- Heartbeats that are too fast
- Heartbeats that are pumping harder than usual
You may feel heart palpitations in your throat or neck, as well as your chest. Heart palpitations can occur whether you're active or at rest, and whether you're standing, seated or lying down.
When to see a doctor
If you're concerned about heart palpitations, talk to your doctor. He or she may suggest heart monitoring tests to see if your palpitations are caused by a more serious heart problem. Seek emergency medical attention if heart palpitations are accompanied by:
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Chest discomfort or pain
- Fainting
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