I've been having heart palpitations on and off for the last few months - what should I do? (25yo fem/stressed)

Question

My heart feels like it is fluttering around - and I can't seem to get it to stop. It goes for like 1 second, then stops, then returns about 30 seconds later. I get this when I'm under a lot of pressure

Answer 1

I'd first suggest a change of diet. Cut back on all sugars, caffeines, white flours/bread, etc. And eat a healthy breakfast. Your cortisol levels are probably really high.

Answer 2

I know what you're going through. I had the same type of thing happening to me. Luckily for me, I already see a cardiologist (I was born with a heart defect) so I brought it up to her. I was given a 24-hour holter. The results were not as good as we'd hoped, so I had a stress test. The results were inconclusive. (I think... I've had so many I can't even remember). Recently the problem reoccured so I got another holter. The doctor called a couple days ago and told me the results were good. I think if the palpitations only last for a few seconds, it's not that serious, but you should still bring it up to your doctor. They can administer an EKG, or better yet, a holter (they're annoying, but it may be just what you need). Better safe than sorry!

Answer 3

Stress can cause many symptoms of medical problems. I have had those problems before.

Are you ultra thin? The heart is a muscle that requires being fed. So a good healthy diet it ultra important.

Any time I try to cut out carbs or go low fat, I end up with a racing heart and palpitations.

I take a small bowl of vitamins A to Z and these seem to help keep these problems under control. At the very least take a good multivitamin in the morning and evening to help build your system up and be stronger.

Try hard to eliminate the stress you are going through.

Answer 4

Chances are it is stress. People can have them frequently, espically during stress. Do you drink a lot of caffeinated beverages? Do you smoke? i would suggest that you ask your regular Dr. for an EKG. if that is abnormal of course your Dr. should refer you to a cardiologist. Do not be afraid to be assertive when it comes to your health. It has been documented that Dr's don't pay as much attention to a woman. Oops i don't know if you are a woman or not. There is a condition called mitral valve prolapse which is symptomatic of many palpitations but your Dr. will put you in the right direction if he suspects that. A simple ultrasound can detect that. Sorry, i just reread your question and see you are female. Also do you have any chronic illnesses? Be sure and tell your Dr. of any meds you are taking if they do not already know.

Answer 5

Although this is probably nothing to worry about, it is important to have it checked out. A good family practice doctor should be able to do an electrocardiogram (ECG) to screen you for other potential problems. It is incredibly important to catch more significant heart problems before they become dangerous, and palpitations are one way that you can start to show symptoms of these major problems.

That said, in the likely case that your doctor determines that you don't have anything to worry about, you will probably find that something as simple as cutting down on your caffeine or getting more sleep will get rid of the palpitations.

Answer 6

I extremely have a relentless palpitation occurring, my final ekg confirmed 3 in 6 secs. they in no way end, and that i'm in ordinary terms 24. my dr feels there is not any longer lots to difficulty approximately. as long as your dr know precisely whats taking place and he's no longer showing too lots concern u could say your ok. even yet it in no way hurts to get a 2nd opinion. its what i did, reason its my heart and that i too am worried. ask you dr what the possibe section impacts of you palpitations are and if there is something you could attempt. i'm going for my 2nd heart halter next week to make certain if an ablasion is mandatory.

Answer 7

It think you could be having a panic attack although other medical conditions such as anemia, thyriod problem, mitral valve prolapse may also cause palpitation. You may consider to consult a dr or a cadiologist for your problem. He or she will then perhaps do a ECG or ultrasound of your heart to check for any abnormalities. Good luck :)

Answer 8

Sounds like anxiety to me. Drink 6-8 glasses of water daily. Also take 2 tbls. apple cider vinegar in a glass of water before a meal. Vinegar has 93 vitamins and minerals. Water is what you need. I drink 2-3 gallons per day. I hope you feel better. Read this book: you're not sick, you're thirsty.

Answer 9

Could be anxiety causing this. Why don't you go to a doctor and have it checked just to be sure.