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4 days ago · One of the major concerns with Atrial fibrillation or galloping heartbeat is the increased risk of blood clots, which can lead to stroke and other serious complications. The irregular heartbeats ...
1 day ago · Palpitations are sensations of rapid pounding or thumping heartbeats, usually felt in the chest, throat, or neck. Occasional palpitations are often harmless and may be caused by physical exertion, stress, or excess caffeine, but persistent palpitations may signal a potential cardiovascular condition. While they can frighten and distress you ...
5 days ago · Keep reading to learn 8 ways to manage heart palpitations at home, when you should see your doctor, and tips for a healthy heart. 1. Try relaxation techniques. Stress is a risk factor for...
4 days ago · Some patients may have a rare heart rhythm disorder called the sick sinus syndrome. This affects the heart’s natural pacemaker or the sinus node, which controls the heartbeat. Sick sinus syndrome causes slow heartbeats, pauses (long periods between heartbeats) or irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias).
3 days ago · This abnormality in heart rhythm is characterized by heartbeats that are too fast or too slow, or by the heart missing a beat or beating at irregular rhythms. There are different types of arrhythmia. Some may require no specific treatments, while others may need medications to control the heart rate.
1 day ago · The ECG test primarily assesses the heart's electrical activity to monitor the pumping rhythm and detect any abnormalities in the heartbeats. The ECHO test uses ultrasound imaging techniques to create a graphic outline of the heart, providing details about its valves and chambers and detecting any health risks. Application
4 days ago · An often misunderstood metric, heart rate variability (HRV) refers to the variation in time between consecutive heartbeats. Generally, a higher HRV indicates better adaptability to stressors, while a lower HRV is associated with stress (sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activation) – which may be physical or psychological.
