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1. • • The most appropriate way to treat palpitations at home is to avoid the triggers that cause the symptoms. Reduce stress. Try relaxation techniques, such as meditation, yoga or deep breathing. Avoid stimulants. Caffeine, nicotine, some cold medicines and energy drinks can make the heart beat too fast or irregularly. Avoid illegal drugs.
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   What should I bring if I have heart palpitations?

   • Bring any medicines you take with you. Treatment for heart palpitations depends on the cause. They often do not need to be treated. Avoiding things that can trigger palpitations, such as stress, smoking, caffeine and alcohol, can help. You may have an electrocardiogram (ECG) to help find out what the cause might be.

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   What if vagal maneuvers Don't Stop a fast heartbeat?

   • If vagal maneuvers don't stop the fast heartbeat, medicine may be needed to correct the heart rhythm. Cardioversion. Paddles or patches on the chest are used to electrically shock the heart and reset the heart rhythm.

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   How can I prevent a heart rhythm problem?

   • You can also make lifestyle changes so you avoid some of the triggers for your heart rhythm problem. The heart's rhythm is controlled by electrical signals. An arrhythmia is an abnormality of the heart's rhythm. It may beat too slowly, too quickly, or irregularly.

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   What should I do if I have a fast heartbeat?

   • Simple but specific actions such as coughing, bearing down as if passing stool or putting an ice pack on the face can help slow down the heart rate. Your healthcare team may ask you to do these specific actions during an episode of a fast heartbeat. The actions affect the vagus nerve. That nerve helps control the heartbeat. Medicines.

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   How do you slow a fast heart rate?

   • Ways to slow a fast heart rate include: Vagal maneuvers. Simple but specific actions such as coughing, bearing down as if passing stool or putting an ice pack on the face can help slow down the heart rate. Your healthcare team may ask you to do these specific actions during an episode of a fast heartbeat. The actions affect the vagus nerve.

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   How do doctors control heart rate?

   • Medicines are often used to control the heart rate. Catheter ablation. In this procedure, the doctor inserts thin, flexible tubes called catheters through a blood vessel, usually in the groin. Sensors on the tip of the catheters use heat or cold energy to create tiny scars in the heart. The scars block irregular electrical signals.

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3. www.nhs.uk › conditions › supraventricularSupraventricular tachycardia (SVT) - NHS

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   Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is rarely life threatening. But you may need treatment in hospital if you keep having long episodes. This may include: medicines to control the episodes of SVT – given as tablets or through a vein; cardioversion – a small electric shock to the heart to help it get back to a normal rhythm

4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › heart-palpitationsHeart palpitations - NHS

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   • Lifestyle triggers. Common triggers of heart palpitations include: strenuous exercise. not getting enough sleep. drinks containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea and energy drinks.
   • Emotional or psychological triggers. Heart palpitations are also often caused by emotions or psychological issues, such as: excitement or nervousness. stress or anxiety.
   • Medicines. Palpitations can occasionally be triggered by some medicines, including: asthma inhalers, such as salbutamol and ipratropium bromide. high blood pressure (hypertension) medicines, such as hydralazine and minoxidil.
   • Hormone changes. Heart palpitations in women can sometimes be the result of hormonal changes that happen during: periods. pregnancy. the menopause. In these cases, the palpitations are usually temporary and not a cause for concern.

5. www.nhs.uk › conditions › arrhythmiaHeart rhythm problems (arrhythmia) - NHS

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   How a heart rhythm problem is treated depends on the type you have and what's causing it. Many people may not need any treatment at all or will only need regular check-ups. Possible treatments include: medicine to control the rate and rhythm of your heartbeat, such as beta blockers.

6. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditionsTachycardia - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Dec 15, 2023 · Tachycardia treatment involves taking steps to prevent the heart from beating too fast. This may involve medicines, implanted devices, or heart surgeries or procedures. Medicines.

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8. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditionsTachycardia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Dec 15, 2023 · Some forms of tachycardia can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Such problems may include heart failure, stroke or sudden cardiac death. Treatment for tachycardia may include specific actions or movements, medicine, cardioversion, or surgery to control a rapid heartbeat.

9. www.heart.org › en › health-topicsTachycardia: Fast Heart Rate - American Heart Association

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   Sep 24, 2024 · Treatment will depend on your symptoms and the cause of your VT. Possible treatments include: Medication that helps prevent arrhythmias; Radiofrequency ablation, a procedure that destroys the cells causing the VT

10. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › heartHeart palpitations - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

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    Mar 11, 2022 · Instead, a health care provider might recommend taking steps to avoid the triggers that cause palpitations. If palpitations are caused by a heart condition, such as an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), treatment will focus on correcting the condition. Request an appointment.