Have the occasional etopic heartbeat maybe once a day normally at night, seconds before feels as tho breathe taken away then thud is this normal?

Ectopic beats: These ectopic beats sound intermittent and benign. Maybe like PVCs occasionally. Be sure to have a full evaluation done by your doctor to be sure they are benign.

Can be: occasional skipped beats are "normal", common, requiring no treatment in the majority of cases. Can be related to lack of sleep, alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, meds, recreational drugs, other. Fix accordingly. If prolonged, associated symptoms, e.g. lightheaded, fainting, other, seek medical attention to rule out cardiac or other issues, e.g. endocrine

No: Occasional ectopic heart beats are common. But the fact that you have additional symptoms of shortness of breath is significant. So stop any caffeine, tobacco, alcohol, over-the-counter diet products, and cold and flu medicines, and get evaluated. You may be given a portable heart monitor for 24 hours (Holter monitor) and be required to keep a symptom diary at the same time. Hope that helps.

Probably: An occasional "extra heart beat" or "skipped beat" is normal. Fatigue or emotional stress can cause an increase in them. If they seem to be happening very frequently or associated with symptoms of lightheadedness consult with your physician.