What is COPD Emphysema

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for a group of respiratory tract diseases that are characterized by airflow obstruction or limitation. It is usuall...

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my heart is racing and pounding out of my chest. Is that normal or does it mean something?
Posted on 09/30/09, 01:09 pm
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Reply #1 - 09/30/09  2:40pm
" The question in my head is: Is it normal for you. If it isn't, then call your health care provider and find out. It could be due to a variety of factors. "
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Reply #2 - 09/30/09  4:57pm
" I responded to this in the other subject, but my theory is that it starts as a side effect of the meds for this disease and when it starts, anxiety kicks in and we obsess on the heart beat and that makes it even worse. "

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