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What Causes Irregular Heartbeat?

Hi, I am trying to establish what may be causing an irregular heartbeat. I have had the condition for a couple of years now and have consulted my cardiologist and GP at various times on the matter. A halter monitor test was undertaken and while some irregular heartbeats were seen, they did not seem to concern the cardio much. He did offer me a low dosage of Lanoxin ( I think that is what it is called) only if I felt the need to take it. At this stage I have not taken it but am taking an aspirin a day as a blood thinner. I am on a blood pressure tablet and on average my BP is 122/85. The irregular heartbeat can happen at any time and can last for days at a time on and off. What could be causing it and is there a permanent remedy to stop it? Thanks A Little Concerned.
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Hi welcome to hcm
I understand your query and concern.
Persistent palpitations in your case are suggestive of any arrhythmias of heart which means abnormal conduction abnormality of heart.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo of your heart immediately to confirm the diagnosis.I also advise you to get lipid profile,complete blood picture,chest x ray immediately as a part of routine check up.Drugs like Amiodarone,Betaloc,Pantop 40 mg will be helpful in your case.Avoid stress and anxiety.Avoid smoking ,alcohol,fatty foods.Abnormal lipid profile if present in your case should be treated with atorvastatin.Monitor blood pressure and heart rate immediately.EP study and radiofrequency ablation will be the procedure of choice.Consult your cardiologist for expert management.
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What Causes Irregular Heartbeat?

Hi welcome to hcm I understand your query and concern. Persistent palpitations in your case are suggestive of any arrhythmias of heart which means abnormal conduction abnormality of heart.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo of your heart immediately to confirm the diagnosis.I also advise you to get lipid profile,complete blood picture,chest x ray immediately as a part of routine check up.Drugs like Amiodarone,Betaloc,Pantop 40 mg will be helpful in your case.Avoid stress and anxiety.Avoid smoking ,alcohol,fatty foods.Abnormal lipid profile if present in your case should be treated with atorvastatin.Monitor blood pressure and heart rate immediately.EP study and radiofrequency ablation will be the procedure of choice.Consult your cardiologist for expert management. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.