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Coincidence? Wearing mask brings on Afib & high blood pressure?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: May 9, 2023 | Replies (53)
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@amandaa

@lindalc Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! I have personal friends and Connect has several members that feel the same way about the masks. I am not advising anyone to not wear a mask, but there have been a few articles talking about masks causing anxiety which could further heart palpitations.

Have you talked to your medical team your concerns?

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diadem | @diadem | Feb 16, 2021

Why do you even bring up anxiety?? lindalc didn't mention she was anxious or claustrophobic. Even if NO ONE ever did a study, common sense would dictate at least a slight decrease in SPO2 and an increase in CO2 resulting in an increase in HR and/ or BP with your mouth and nose covered for extended or even short periods of time. Think paper bag for hyperventilating.

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