Palpitations

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What are Palpitations?

Palpitations are the sensation of feeling your heartbeat — whether it is racing, fluttering, pounding, or skipping beats. They can occur from stress, stimulants, or exercise, but may also signal an underlying heart rhythm disorder.

Are Palpitations Common?

Yes, and they are often harmless. However, frequent or prolonged palpitations may require evaluation.

Can Palpitations be treated?

Treatment depends on the cause — some require only simple lifestyle changes, while others may need medication or heart rhythm monitoring.

Causes

Common causes include:

  • Stress or anxiety
  • Caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, or stimulants
  • Hormonal changes (pregnancy, thyroid disorders)
  • Arrhythmias (e.g., atrial fibrillation)
  • Low blood sugar or dehydration

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Without Insurance

$169
Initial Visit
$109
Follow Up

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Symptoms

Symptoms may include:

  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Irregular or skipped beats
  • Fluttering in the chest
  • Lightheadedness

Seek immediate care if you experience chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath along with palpitations.

Diagnosis

Tests may include:

  • ECG
  • Holter or event monitor
  • Echocardiogram
  • Blood tests (electrolytes, thyroid, blood count etc)

Treatment

Treatment may involve:

  • Reducing caffeine and stress
  • Hydration and electrolyte balance
  • Medications if needed
  • Lifestyle changes including increased exercise and better sleep
  • Monitoring for underlying heart conditions

References

  • American Heart Association (AHA) – Arrhythmias and Palpitations
    https://www.heart.org
  • Mayo Clinic – Heart Palpitations
  • UpToDate – Evaluation of Palpitations in Adults
  • ACC/AHA/HRS Guideline for the Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cleveland Clinic – Palpitations Overview

Medically reviewed by:

Dr. Javeed Siddiqui, MD, MPH

Dr. Siddiqui is the Chief Medical Officer at TeleMed2U responsible for clinical and technical program development as well as maintaining a thriving telemedicine practice in infectious diseases which includes specialized care of Hepatitis and HIV.

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Cardiology

Your copay
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Initial Visit
$109
Follow Up

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