I'm having this issue where my heart seems to race and my hands go numb. It gets really intense, like my heartbeat skyrockets, especially at night. Last night it happened again, and it's not the first time it also occurred about 15 days ago. I got an ECG done, and while my heart rate was really fast, my blood pressure was normal. What's going on here? Why is this happening to me?

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Possible Causes: a. Anxiety or panic attacks. b. Arrhythmias or other heart rhythm disorders. c. Hyperthyroidism or other metabolic issues.
Immediate Actions: a. Practice deep breathing or relaxation techniques. b. Avoid caffeine and stimulants.
Recommendations: a. Schedule a follow-up with a cardiologist. b. Consider a Holter monitor for continuous heart rate tracking. c. Discuss potential anxiety management strategies with a healthcare provider.

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