heart palpitations do u get them and what causes them?

Question

Also how common are they. and whats the best way to deal with them?

Its ok, I only get them very occasionally, the doc said not to worry, I just wanna know if other people (and how many) get them and how deal with them.

Answer 1

Stress, too much caffeine/stimulants, not enough exercise.

Answer 2

Hello: Yes, it's a good idea to see the doctor promptly whenever a new symptom develops, as he or she knows your medical history best. Here is an important part of the evaluation process for palpitations: Try to keep a diary of your activities for the next few days, and see if you notice any correlations between your activities, and your symptoms. Try to make brief notes of everything you do: eating, drinking, exercise, sleeping, medications, supplements/vitamins, menses, recreational activities, any significant positive/negative stress, urination and bowel movements, etc. Make a note every time you experience a palpitation. Even if you don't see a pattern, bring it in for the doctor to see anyway. He or she may catch something you may have missed. For general information purposes, lots of things can cause palpitations, and they do not have to be serious conditions. Stress, both positive and negative, can cause them. Medications frequently cause them, as can some supplements. Exercise can cause them as well. Eating and drinking can cause an irregular heartbeat. The temperatures of some fluids can cause your heart to race or slow, as your body adjusts to them, but this should subside quickly. Eating carbohydrate-rich or heavy meals can cause these sensations, as the heart has to work harder to pump blood to the digestive tract. Thyroid or other hormonal problems can cause palpitations, as well as a bunch of other symptoms. These disorders can often be controlled by daily medications. Too much or too little of anything isn't good - and can lead to palpitations. If you drink too little, you can become dehydrated, and palpitations frequently result. If you drink excessively, or retain excess fluid due to a heart or kidney issue, that can cause palpitations as well. Too much caffiene, sugar and starches can cause palpitations, as can too much or too little potassium and sodium - so make sure to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet each day. Not getting enough sleep can lead to palpitations, but getting too much rest can cause muscular wasting and atrophy, and will cause the heart to have to work harder when you do exert yourself. When you exercise appropriately, your muscles become more fit, as does your heart. Some people experience vagal responses when urinating, or moving their bowels. This can cause dizziness, light-headedness, palpitations, nausea, and fatigue, and can last for a couple of hours, or can disappear shortly after leaving the restroom. Heavy menstrual cycles can cause anemia, which leads to palpitations. A whole host of other medical conditions, ranging from minor to serious, can cause them, so your doctor will appreciate hearing about any other symptoms you may be having, so that he or she will be able to figure out what the best tests are to order. Good luck!

Answer 3

I've suffered with palpitations ever since I was pregnant. They are extremely common (everyone has them at some time or another) and they are always frightening.

I get them in fits and starts - can go months without any, and then several episodes in one week. The cause is different from person to person (sometimes there isn't any cause at all) - in my case it's probably caffeine.

If you've started to get them, it's very important to check with your GP that there isn't anything sinister going on - there almost certainly won't be, but it's wise to make sure.

Serious heart conditions will always produce more symptoms than just palpitations - severe fatigue, pain, breathlessness, dizziness etc. So, if you're only having palpitations without any of these symptoms, then you are probably (almost certainly) fine. But check it out, though.

Answer 4

Ive had them for years. They got worse when I was pregnant and now I get them if im nervous or stressed. The doc sent me for tests but all was ok. No ones ever really explained to me what causes it.

Answer 5

I get them sometimes if i drink too much espresso. It's no big deal. Cut down on caffeine and drink more water, plus eat potassium rich foods. They could be caused by a lack of potassium or by dehydration, stress, and anxiety. Bananna's are rich in potassium.

Answer 6

Yes I get them all the time, my whole life. They are extremely common. They are not dangerous in the vast majority of cases. They are usually caused by a non-dangerous heart valve defect. they can also be caused by caffeine, and a wide variety of prescription and illegal drugs.

Answer 7

Extraheartbeats or arrhythmia, occur frequently in healthy individuals as well as in those with underlying heart disease. Since I have not enough data regarding your case history, I can indicate you the following link to explore and then take a professional opinion, visiting your doctor.
http://health.yahoo.com/topic/heart/prevention/article/ehealthmd/Heart_PAL_disturb;_ylt=AnttvN726ULKqMe6NvTLwIKw7M8F

If you want just to know how many suffer from this, here is what has been asked in Y! Answers till now.
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/search/search_result;_ylt=AsJM_qXUOXZrkxuactyJR6mKBgx.?p=heart+palpitations

katerina

Answer 8

I get palpitations and atrial flutters when I am stressed. At the moment it is due to noisy and unconsiderate neighbours and unsatisfactory personal circumstances. When I am less stressed it reduces.

Answer 9

are you stressed it can be one of the meany causes go see you doc to get a cheak over take care of yourself hunny

Answer 10

Lots of different reasons, go see your Doc and get it checked out.