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Hi there, I have had many test for arrhythmia including a 7 day ECG but so far nothing has been found. Should I keep pushing my doctor for more tests as i still get the arrhythmia, but only every now and then, i can go weeks without having one.
Regarding your concern, I would explain that sometimes it is difficult to catch a cardiac arrhythmia on a Holter monitoring.
Another option would be the implantation of a loop monitoring, which can be held for a longer time and you can switch it on, when you feel the palpitations.
Other tests to consider in order to investigate for the possible underlying causes would be:
- complete blood count for anemia - thyroid hormone levels for thyroid dysfunction - blood electrolytes for possible imbalance.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Wishing good health,
Dr. Iliri
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What Causes Arrhythmia Of Heart?
Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! Regarding your concern, I would explain that sometimes it is difficult to catch a cardiac arrhythmia on a Holter monitoring. Another option would be the implantation of a loop monitoring, which can be held for a longer time and you can switch it on, when you feel the palpitations. Other tests to consider in order to investigate for the possible underlying causes would be: - complete blood count for anemia - thyroid hormone levels for thyroid dysfunction - blood electrolytes for possible imbalance. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Wishing good health, Dr. Iliri