Arrhythmia
Also known as abnormal heart rhythm, this condition describes any type of irregular heart beat, such as when the heart races or beats too slowly.
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common |
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Which drug is used for digitalis-induced arrhythmias?
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Heart arrhythmias only at night after a couple of drinks?
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I just wanted to know can arrhythmia cause pain while exercising?
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If you have an arrhythmia that comes and goes is it a serious one?
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What could cause a slight arrhythmia at sudden changes of position?
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Can you still have episodes of arrhythmias whilst taking bisoprolol?
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How do I tell kids grandma has arrhythmia? What do they need to know?
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My brother was diagnosed with arrhythmia. How many types of arrhythmia s exist?
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