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heartbeat more strongly when lying on their left side.
This happens because the heart is closer to the chest wall in that position.
You may become more aware of:
Heartbeats
Pounding sensations
Occasional skipped beats
That sensation doesn’t necessarily mean your heart is functioning poorly.
- Why Can Your Heartbeat Feel Stronger on the Left Side?
When you lie on your left side, the position of your heart relative to the chest wall changes.
The mechanical sensation of each heartbeat can therefore become more noticeable.
You might think:
“My heart is