Should I Be Concerned About Heart Arrhythmia?
When to See a Doctor You Should Call Your Doctor If Your Heart Palpitations Last Longer Than a Few Seconds at a Time or Occur Frequently. If You're Healthy...
Do I need to worry about arrhythmia?
Although usually harmless, sometimes an arrhythmia increases your risk of a more serious heart condition. "While most arrhythmias are harmless, some may be a sign of a more serious heart condition or require treatment," says Dr. Rajesh Venkataraman, cardiac electrophysiologist at Houston Methodist.
Is arrhythmia always serious?
Often, arrhythmias are harmless; however, if you feel a persistent irregular heartbeat, see a doctor.” One type of arrhythmia, a premature ventricular contraction, or PVC, is the most common type of irregular heartbeat. A PVC happens when the heart beats too early, which causes a stronger second beat.
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