Question 1

why can i feel my heart beating so strongly?

Accepted Answer

Heart aware: Some people are more heart aware than others. Most people do not feel their heart in their chest unless they are lying down on the left side. It may be normal for you but there are a few abnormalities that could make this a more prominent symptom for you. It would be worth your time to seek an evaluation by a health care provider to exclude anything significant being wrong. Reassuring too.

Question 2

at what age does a fetus' heart start beating?

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Detection limit: The sensitive ultrasound probably can see the beating heart aroud 4-5 wks, maybe a bit earlier than that in experienced hand. It is unknown as to exactly when it starts to beat/pump. It is an amazing development--it starts to beat and does not stop, at times for over 122 years (oldest person). Have fun learning about it--it is truly amazing. Good luck.

Question 3

my heart is beating really fast. what can i do?

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Heart rate: You need to see your doctor to evaluate what is going on and what you need to do to take care of it if your heart is beating fast when you are at rest. There are many things that can cause this including anxiety and anemia and lots more.

Question 4

why was my heart beating weird for a short time?

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Arrhythmia: It can be a sign of an abnormality in the electrical pathway and is cause for evaluation. Abnormal rapid heart rates can range from 100 beats a minute up to 400 beats a minute and can be relatively harmless or life threatening.  Ask your doctor to refer you to a heart rhythm specialist (an electrophysiologist), for further evaluation.  Call 911 if passing out, dizziness, chest pain, or breathless.

Question 5

how do u know if your heart is beating properly?

Accepted Answer

It is unclear if you: are asking about your heart rate and rhythm or the heart's function. Your heart is probably functioning properly if you are alive and breathing and mentating. If you mean the rate and rhythm then take your pulse and it should be regular between 60 and 100 beats per minute at rest. Ideally see your health care provider and have an examination for reassurance.

Question 6

how can i get my heart to stop beating so fast ?

Accepted Answer

Rapid heart rate : Please get evaluated for it. It’s important to know the rate and rhythm. Some blood tests are also required. The cause will determine the treatment that you may benefit from.

Question 7

what should i do if my heart is beating too fast?

Accepted Answer

Define too fast...: If there is a question of abnormal hr would recommend further evaluation with your physician.

Question 8

what should i eat or do if my heart is beating fast?

Accepted Answer

See an EP: See a cardiac electrophysiologist for evaluation. They'll place a monitor and see what's up. You're a bit of a ways from houston, so it might be worth it to start with a general cardiologist.

Question 9

can being electrocuted stop your heart from beating?

Accepted Answer

Yes indeed: As a pathologist, these are some of the most difficult cases. Lightning can strike from a clear sky, and a person's last act may be to put down a defective power tool that shocked them -- or a foreman may hide or repair the tool before police arrive. Hundreds of people die of electrocution stopping the heart just in the usa every year.

Question 10

what do you advise for heart is beating harder than usual?

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Many causes: Aortic stenosis, aortic regurgitation, mitral regurgitation, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, uncontrolled hypertension, thyrotoxicosis, arrhythmias - they all can cause your heart to beat harder than usual.  Alternatively, it can be simple cardiac awareness.  An echocardiogram, rhythm recording,  and blood samples are needed to sort out the cause.

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