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Should you be worried if your heart is beating fast? Dr. Talha Farid, St. Luke's Cardiology talks about what causes a fast heart rate, how it is diagnosed an...
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Your heart can get out of rhythm. Dr. Gregory Marcus explores why the heart may beat too slowly or too fast, or in a disorganized or chaotic manner. Some of...
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Dr. Mohit Chawla from UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Cardioliogy describes why sometimes your heart seems to be beating fast.
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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.
Jun 3, 2024 · Palpitations make you feel like your heart is beating too hard or too fast, skipping a beat, or fluttering. You may notice heart palpitations in your chest, throat, or neck.
Dec 22, 2023 · A fast heartbeat of over 100 beats per minute can happen for various reasons, including drug reactions, alcohol, stress, and some health conditions. If the cause is unclear, the...
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Dec 15, 2023 · In tachycardia, an irregular electrical signal, called an impulse, starts in the upper or lower chambers of the heart. This causes the heart to beat faster. Tachycardia (tak-ih-KAHR-dee-uh) is the medical term for a heart rate over 100 beats a minute.