A member asked:

Heart has been skipping beats for a week straight and just started all of a sudden out of no where. happens atleast 5 or more times a day.

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Palpitations: Hi! palpitations can be caused by excess caffeine, nicotine, stress and anxiety, electrolyte problems, hyperthyroidism, as well as underlying cardiac problems with the conduction system of the heart or often seen in valve problems like mitral valve prolapse. To know for sure what is going on you should see your primary care physician to get some blood tests and ecg.

Answered 2/1/2015

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Need an evaluation : Lots of reasons first try to stop caffeine and drink more water. Stop any stimulants and if it still persists then see an md.

Answered 7/29/2013

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Dr. Nassir Azimi answered

Specializes in Interventional Cardiology

See doctor: You describe palpitations. These represent arrhythmia. Although most are benign, serious ones need to be rules out. You should avoid alcohol and caffeine. No energy drinks. See a doctor....

Answered 12/9/2013

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