What is it?
Palpitations are sensations of skipped, rapid, or pounding heartbeats. They may be harmless or a sign of significant arrhythmias requiring treatment.
Common Symptoms
- Fluttering or pounding in the chest
- Skipped or irregular beats
- Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
- Fatigue, dizziness, or shortness of breath with palpitations
Why it Matters
While many palpitations are benign, some arrhythmias can cause stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest. Identifying which is crucial.
How it’s Diagnosed
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Ambulatory heart monitoring (Holter, event, telemetry)
- Echocardiogram
- Blood work to assess metabolic or thyroid causes
Treatment Options at Flow Heart & Vascular
- Reassurance for benign arrhythmias
- Medications for rhythm or rate control
- Ablation for persistent or high-risk arrhythmias
- Pacemaker or ICD placement in select cases
Schedule an Appointment
If you are experiencing these symptoms or have concerns about your heart rhythm, schedule an appointment with Flow Heart & Vascular today.
