I have heart palpitations....?
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Many people have heart palpitations. Kudos to you for managing to take the risk factor smoking out of the picture!! \nNow all you need to do is monitor your palpitations. The American Stroke Society recommends taking your pulse for 1 - 2 minutes once a month. Maybe do it on the first of every month?! \nI am mentioning the American Stroke Society and not the Cardiologists because one of the most biggest problems arising from palpitations is that they can turn into Atrial Fibrillation. That is a very fast, very erratic heartbeat that you can feel in your pulse. When the heart gets off beat like that, you run a high risk of getting a small blood clot in your heart from the also erratic blood movement that will be pushed out of the heart, often straight into the lungs or brain, causing a lung embolism or a stroke. And trust me, you want neither! \nIf you feel your heart beats really erratic, go and get an ECG written, that´s a quick, simple and cheap way of checking what´s going on. \n\nOf course, this is the worst case scenario. For the moment you are most likely fine since many, many people have palpitations and for most they´ll just stay palpitations so you don´t need to worry. But you have to be aware of the possibility of them turning into something more serious. \nHope that helped :-D\n\nBy the way, if you feel your heart starting to be a bit erratic there are 2 great and fast ways to get it back to a more slow and normal rhythm that sound way too simple to be true but work great:\nOne is to hold your breath and "press" as if you´re going to the bathroom for a couple of seconds. This is not recommended for people with high blood pressure though :-D\nThe other one is drinking a glass with really cold water. Go ahead and try it, it is also recommended by the American Heart Association :-D
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You probably have PVCs/PACs, I've had them for a few years and I hate those @@#$@ so much. They feel like an extra beat, flip flop, or fast double beat right? I think its recommended that you be evaluated by a cardiologist to make sure you dont have any heart defects. The vast majority of cases though either just happen for no apparent reason, anxiety/stress related, potassium/calcium/magnesium imbalance in your blood, or a thyroid problem like they were saying. My doc theyre probably anxiety related too and I didn't think I'm anxious either. A lot of people say beta blockers work for them as well and my doc put me on one but it didn't do anything for me. Never tried an antidepressant/anxiety drug but some people say those have helped them, so go for it if you want. Mine seem to be triggered when I'm under stress, drink, dont get enough sleep, or drink too much caffeine. Exercise seems to reduce them for me, but everyone's triggers are different. You can check out the heart forum at medhelp.org a lot of people have them and have all kinds of weird tips and tricks you can try. I think the best thing to do if they really bother you is keep track of what triggers them and then avoid those triggers if practical.
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I would in a heart beat
642564
Heart palpitations could mean any number of things.  A complete medical history would be needed in order to even get close to figuring out why you are having them.  Plus someone would need to know more information regarding the palpitations themselves (do they only happen when you raise up or lie down fast, do you have any other symptoms associated with them such as shortness of breath, etc).  The best thing you can do is contact your doctor and get a complete physical examination.  They can then determine if the problem is serious based on blood work, EKG, and the physical examination.  Only your doctor can decided what tests are need and if there is a problem.
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I have heart disease and my heart used to beat really fast, almost like I had a double heart beat (it's called a "flutter").  I would ask your doctor about it and see if they can send you to a heart specialist.  Heart disease can be a major problem if it's not treated right away.  \n\nYou might have arrythmia or tachycardia or it could be a panic attack, those aren't any fun either.  I would talk to your doctor.  He would know for sure.
59433
Depends on what you mean by palpitations. If it is just an awareness of the regular beating of your heart, but the rhythm is regular (maybe fast), then it might just be anxiety. If it is a missed beat every now and again, it might be a premature ventricular beat, which is usually not dangerous, but you might need a 24 hour Holter monitor to determine how frequently it happens. Sometimes, cutting down on coffee might reduce the symptoms. Write to me if you need any more information.
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Hypochondria with a terminal case of can't spellitus\n\nI just read your other question concerning your heart problem. Hyperventilation, palpitations, numbness in the are & I would bet your hands go numb & cold. They also probably curl up & cramp. You are most likly having a severe anxiety attack. The hyperventilation causes the numbness & anxiety atacks often mimick heart atacks.\n\nLet me know if I guess right about the symptoms you did not list...just curious.\n\nOK...read some more of your posts & decided that I was right to start with. You are an ID**T.
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Yes, that happens to me sometimes and it's so annoying, or I'll focus on my heartbeats and then I get palpitations.  I think it's a pretty normal reaction because those functions are controlled by the unconscious part of your brain, and when you focus on them your conscious brain is trying to take over.  Don't sweat it!
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It depends on how often you are having them, and what brings them on.  The cause could be anything from serious to just too much caffeine (coke or coffee?)  I have noticed that excitement, stress,  or hot weather may also have an effect on having them.\nYou should see a dr. to rule out any serious cause.  There are medications you can take to regulate the heartbeat so that you aren't aware of the palpitations.  To a certain extent, everyone has them once in a while and it is considered normal.
900204
It sounds like a heart problem associated with your circulation. I would go to a doctor.
522887
I get them too, and I seem to notice them at the same time you do -- maybe it's because we are finally resting or whatever, so they seems to stand out compared to when we are rushing about during the day.  I was told they can be from anxiety even if you aren't feeling especially anxious at that particular moment.  I got scared when they kept happening to me, and that's what my doctor said she thought was causing it.  If you have had an EKG, though, I think you are pretty safe.  I'm sort of glad to know I'm not the only one!
765525
no, this is too low of a stimulus or intake if it was to be a cause, you could talk to the doctor for possible causes of the exact heart beat problem, good luck
490892
I had this too, so i went to my doctor who sent me to get the 24 hour monitor attached to my chest. It turned out to be ectopic heart beats, i have tablets for it, i don't need to take them really but it stops me feeling the missed beats which is what i didn't like. I was told not to worry about it, but when it's your heart you do worry. The only time i feel it now is when I'm really tired. Don't be afraid, go to the doctors and get it checked. I'm 43 and I've had it for about 10 years. Being overweight doesn't help either, so if you are then try losing a bit. Hope this is of use to you.
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If you're not sure what this is you should call 911 or have someone take you to the ER NOW!!You shouldn't chance things like that it could be your heart!
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I have to agree with most of the posts here...does sound like panic attacks or really bad anxiety flare ups.  Have you ever checked your blood pressure while this happens?  Also, do you palms begin to perspire?  Do you have any feelings like you are doomed and maybe going to die when this happens?  These are typical questions asked regarding panic attacks.  Also, does this happen after doing anything in particular, like exerting yourself in some way?  Or does it perhaps happen when you've ate something particularly sweet, and if so have you ever had your blood sugar level checked?  There are several reasons this could be happening to you, so I would recommend getting a medical check-up and go from there...good luck.
168414
Isnt that like a panic or anxiety attack?  Relax and maybe talk to a doctor?
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I also have had them. I am also a medical student just finishing med school.  Those beats you felt are called "PVC's", which in english is a skipped heart beat. You feel it as a racing heart.  This can occur with any "stimulants" like caffine (coke, coffee, red bull), diet pills, decongestents (especially sudafed since it has pseudoephedrine (a stimulant).  \nHowever, you need to have your heart monitored by your own doctor. He will likely give you a "holter monitor" which records your heart over 24 hours.  You should also discuss with your doctor any abnormal or "sudden      s" in your family. \nHope I helped, take care