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I find that whilst talking, after eating and drinking a hot drink i get lots of ectopic beats in a row. why do these things trigger ectopics?

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Dr. Bennett Werner answered

No ready explanation: There's no ready explanation. You need evaluation with lab work for your electrolytes, thyroid function, cardiac strength and valve function (an echo) and a recording of your heart rhythm for at least 24 hours or longer before it will start to be clear what's up.

Answered 3/26/2015

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A member asked:

I find that whilst talking, after eating and drinking a hot drink i get lots of ectopic beats in a row. why do these things trigger ectopics?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Werner answered

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