Heart palpitations

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Heart Palpitations

Heart palpitations (/hɑːrt pælpɪˈteɪʃənz/) are the feelings of having a fast-beating, fluttering or pounding heart. Stress, exercise, medication or, rarely, a medical condition can trigger them.

Etymology

The term "palpitation" comes from the Latin palpitare meaning "to throb".

Definition

Heart palpitations are the sensations of a racing, pounding, or fluttering heartbeat. They can be felt in your chest, throat, or neck. You may become overly aware of your heartbeat. These feelings can also be felt as a fluttering feeling, skipped heartbeats or a feeling that your heart is "running away".

Causes

Heart palpitations can be caused by:

Treatment

Treatment for heart palpitations depends on the cause. If they're due to a medical condition, that condition will need to be treated. If they're due to stress or anxiety, relaxation techniques may be recommended. If they're due to a certain medication, your doctor may adjust the dose or switch you to a different medication.

Related Terms

  • Arrhythmia: A condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.
  • Tachycardia: A heart rate that's too fast.
  • Bradycardia: A heart rate that's too slow.
  • Premature contraction: A premature beat that occurs before the normal heartbeat.
  • Atrial fibrillation: An irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase your risk of strokes, heart failure and other heart-related complications.

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