Question 1

is an irregular heartbeat a bad sign?

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Not always: But see your physician to determine what kind of arrhythmia you have or don't have.

Question 2

been having irregular heartbeat frequently?

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Get checked: This could be normal response to anxiety, caffeine etc, but an irregular heart beat and/or palpitations can be early warning sign of a heart problem or reaction to other serious illness.  A physician will need to know more about your history, medications, onset of irregularity and frequency and associated symptoms such as sweating, shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, anxiety etc.

Question 3

can irregular heartbeat be caused bystress?

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Yes: Stress can be a contributing factor.

Question 4

what're the causes of an irregular heartbeat?

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Too many!: There are a plethora of causes for irregular heartbeat! that is why there is a whole specialty that is devoted to finding out the cause(cardiology) best to discuss with your doctor which cause pertains to your case.

Question 5

how can i know if i have irregular heartbeat?

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Feel it.: You can test this at home by checking your pulse at the wrist at your neck or putting your hand over your heart.  Alternatively you can get much more detail by obtaining and electrocardiogram (ekg), but irregularity that occurs randomly is not liable to be picked on on such testing.

Question 6

is an irregular heartbeat considered very serious?

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Usually benign: If causing symptoms should see your doc for an evaluation. They usually are not a problem but for an occasional patient there is a real problem. Can't tell without seeing the patient.

Question 7

what would cause an irregular heartbeat in my baby?

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Depends: It depends on what you mean - most small children have a slighty irregular heartbeat which varies with respiration and this is normal. True dysrhythmias are a different story and you would have to discuss with your doctor.

Question 8

how come i get irregular heartbeat when im relaxed?

Accepted Answer

Heart abnormality: You may have a section of your heart that is malfunctioning and causing an irregular heartbeat. This is true with atrial fibrillation which is what you may be experiencing. Please see a doctor because untreated it can cause serious issues like blood clots.

Question 9

my question is what causes irregular heartbeat at times?

Accepted Answer

Palpitations: These are caused by many things. Stress, excitement, irritants both physical and chemical, pressure like a hiatal hernia or esophageal push or pull, and primary heart things, the causes are very many in number.

Question 10

how do i find out what is considered an irregular heartbeat?

Accepted Answer

Irregular heart beat: When you palpate your pulse you could feel irregularity. Can be diagnosed with ekg, holter or event monitor or loop recorder.

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