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Are you supposed to feel a heart beat on the right side of your chest?

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Are you supposed to feel a heart beat on the right side of your chest?

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Answered by

Dr. Suneetha B S

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iCliniq medical review team

Published At November 7, 2017
Reviewed AtJanuary 21, 2022

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Are you supposed to feel heartbeat on the right side of your chest? I hear heartbeats on both right and left side of my chest and I feel that I have two hearts. Give me your advice.

Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You could feel the extra heartbeat, if you are having palpitations.

Palpitation can occur in many conditions. It is mostly due to stress or anemia.

It can also occur in some cardiac conditions which can be diagnosed only with a proper history of your symptoms, your family history and a thorough cardiac and general clinical evaluation.

There is a rare condition called dextrocardia, where the heart or any other abdominal organs may naturally be on the opposite side.

This condition can be diagnosed only after a physical examination, and if necessary need an x-ray or a scan.

If you have any further questions revert back to a cardiologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/cardiologist

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Suneetha B S
Dr. Suneetha B S

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