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What Is The Medical Term For A Rapid Heart Beat?
What is the medical term for a rapid heart beat? I recently wore a heart monitor for three weeks to check for afib. while the results were negative for afib, I was told I had episodes of a very high heart rate. It was suggested I see my primary care doctor to obtain an beta blocker. Just wanted to know the proper terminology when speaking with my doctor.
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
Hi & Welcome.
It depends upon the situation.
The rapid heart beat which is regular and not due to any abnormal conduction in the heart and not associated with any ECG changes is referred to as sinus tachycardia.
On the other other hand a rapid heart beat which is irregular, associated with abnormal conduction and ECG changes is referred to as arrhythmia.
Hope I could answer your query.
It depends upon the situation.
The rapid heart beat which is regular and not due to any abnormal conduction in the heart and not associated with any ECG changes is referred to as sinus tachycardia.
On the other other hand a rapid heart beat which is irregular, associated with abnormal conduction and ECG changes is referred to as arrhythmia.
Hope I could answer your query.
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