Palpitations: These are the noticeable awareness of one's heartbeat, manifesting as rapid, skipped, or forceful beats.

Arrhythmias: These are actual irregular heartbeats that can sometimes cause palpitations, observable through an ECG.

Anxiety: The most common cause of palpitations, as stress leads to the release of adrenaline, which stimulates the heart.

Caffeine: The second most common cause of palpitations, acting as a stimulant by blocking adenosine receptors and increasing cardiac activity.

Atrial Fibrillation: A disease affecting one in ten individuals over 60, characterized by a rapid, irregular heartbeat and diagnosed through an ECG.

Risk Factors for Atrial Fibrillation: Age, hypertension, coronary artery disease, chronic diseases (thyroid disease, diabetes, asthma, sleep apnea), alcohol, obesity, smoking, and genetics.

Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation: Older patients use beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, or digoxin to slow heart rate. Younger patients use medications like propafenone and amiodarone for rhythm control.

Anticoagulant Therapy: Necessary for most atrial fibrillation patients to prevent stroke, with apixaban and rivaroxaban commonly used.

Ventricular Tachycardia: An arrhythmia where the heart beats more than 100 times per minute, often caused by cardiomyopathy and underlying heart diseases.

Diagnosis of Ventricular Tachycardia: An ECG shows a fast heart rate and prolonged QRS complexes, indicating ventricular contractions.

Bradycardia: A slow heart rate of fewer than 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in fit individuals but may cause symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath if problematic.

Causes of Bradycardia: Aging, structural heart diseases, electrolyte imbalances, hypothyroidism, and certain medications.

Treatment for Bradycardia: Adjusting medications or implanting a pacemaker if intervention is necessary.

Supplements for Heart Rhythm Health:

Magnesium: Stabilizes heart rhythm, particularly effective for atrial fibrillation.
Fish Oil: Improves heart rhythm, especially in ventricular arrhythmias.
Potassium: Maintains optimal levels to prevent arrhythmias.
Coenzyme Q10: Improves heart muscle function.
Vitamin D and Hawthorn Extract: May have positive effects on heart rhythm, though more studies are needed.
Prevention of Palpitations and Arrhythmias: Regular monitoring, managing risk factors like hypertension and diabetes, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and following prescribed treatments.

Disclaimer:

This information is provided for general knowledge and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your doctor for any questions or concerns you may have about your health.



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