Question 1

does general tachycardia (i know that is probably not a medical term) run in families? whenever we take certain types of medications (i.e. naproxen, zofran, etc.), drink alcohol, or eat certain foods, our hearts race. is it a specific gene that causes thi

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Not likely: I am not aware of any gene that selects for generalized sinus tachycardia. I am familiar with clusters of atrial fibrillation that seem famiilial.

Question 2

what can cause fast heart beat?

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Many things: Benign things like dehydration or more serious causes....Please discuss with your physician.

Question 3

can you die from a fast heart beat?

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It depends on cause: There are many reasons for a "fast heart beat", as well as the exact definition. Most rapid heart rates are caused by physical activity, stress/anxiety, but many may be a manifestation of underlying medical conditions (not necessarily cardiac). If the fast heart rate is from a cardiac arrhythmia (not normal), then survival is indeed a question. Excellent treatment options exist.  Consult your doc!

Question 4

how come a fast heart rate is good for you?

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Who said that it is?: There is nothing intrinsically beneficial about a rapid heart rate. The heart increases the amount of blood it pumps through 2 mechanisms: stroke volume (blood pumped with each beat) and heart rate. It speeds up to meet the demands of the moment. An inappropriately fast heart rate can be a sign of illness and prolonged very rapid rates are harmful.

Question 5

what should i do about random fast heart rate?

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See an EP: If it's coming and going "at random" it's probably something called a supraventricular tachycardia (svt). A cardiologist, or better still, a cardiac electrophysiologist can get to the bottom of this with a wearable monitor device. If that's indeed what you have, a good ep can often get rid of the problem entirely.

Question 6

what could cause a fast heart rate without exercising?

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Rapid heart rate: Rapid heart rate in addition to exercise, other causes are caffeine, low bp, acute blood loss, medications, atrial fib, flutter, v. Tach etc.

Question 7

what symptoms of a fast heart rate are the most common?

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Shortness of breath: Common symptoms may include : palpitations, pounding in the chest , dizziness, chest pain or shortness of breath.

Question 8

i have occasional fast heart rate what does this mean

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Heart rate: Everyone gets fast heart rate sometimes. Folks with anxiety or panic disorders have it often. Without more information one can only speculate.

Question 9

is it normal to have a fast heart after having coffee why?

Accepted Answer

Coffee: Caffeine in coffee can cause high heart rate.

Question 10

is increased venous return be caused by a fast heart beat?

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Venous return: A fast heart beat is often accompanied by an increased cardiac output. Increased cardiac output will usually have an increased venous return associated with it.

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