Those strange sensations in your chest can be quite concerning.They may be felt as a fluttering in the chest;the heart skipping a beat;the heart racing;an extra heartbeat;a pounding heartbeat;even a throbbing in your neck.
An occasional palpitation is felt by nearly everyone at some time or other.It's probably just from stress;fatigue;caffeine;nicotine;or possibly cold medicine with a stimulant in it.
If your palpitations are frequent,though,or accompanied by other symptoms,such as lightheadedness or dizziness,you need to have a doctor evaluate them.They could be a sign of a dangerous heart condition called atrial fibrillation,or other cardiac arrhythmias.
You may be referred to a cardiologist,who can order various tests to study the problem with.These may include an electrocardiogram;a Holter monitor;an event monitor;possibly an echocardiogram or chest x-ray.None of them hurt.It's detective work,and it can be challenging to catch the palpitations and record them for analysis,which may also require your keeping a diary of activities and symptoms.That's why it may take several weeks to understand your condition and begin treating it,if necessary.
Anything that worries you about your health is worth looking into.With determination,you and your doctor will reach the right conclusion.
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