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How To Treat Accelerated Heart Beat?

I am experiencing an accelerated heart beat a odd times. I was just sitting down watching television and it started. My heart feels as if it is about to jump out of my chest. This is not the first time. It has been happening since I got sick over the christmas break.
Tue, 2 Feb 2016
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, we should first rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) in your case.
Arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation (AF), atrial flutter, supra ventricular tachycardia (SVT) etc can cause rapid heart rate with pounding sensations.
So better to get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg) to rule out these causes.
You may need anti arrhythmia drugs on the basis of diagnosis.
Avoid stress and tension, if you are having stressful life.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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How To Treat Accelerated Heart Beat?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) in your case. Arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation (AF), atrial flutter, supra ventricular tachycardia (SVT) etc can cause rapid heart rate with pounding sensations. So better to get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg) to rule out these causes. You may need anti arrhythmia drugs on the basis of diagnosis. Avoid stress and tension, if you are having stressful life. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.