Heart Arrhythmia

What is Heart Arrhythmia?

Heart arrhythmia, also known as irregular heartbeat, is a condition where the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly.

Types of Heart Arrhythmia

• The normal heart rate is between 60 and 100 beats per minute.
• Bradycardia: A heart rate slower than 60 beats per minute.
• Tachycardia: A heart rate faster than 100 beats per minute.

Causes of Heart Arrhythmia

• External factors: Exercise, hot weather, excitement, fear, anxiety, dehydration, low blood sugar, blood loss, stress, alcohol or caffeine consumption, smoking, drug use.
• Internal factors: Heart attack, congenital heart defects, heart valve disease, high blood pressure, anemia, hyperthyroidism, sleep apnea.

Symptoms of Heart Arrhythmia

• Palpitations
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting
  
• Fatigue, shortness of breath
• Chest pain

Prevention of Heart Arrhythmia

• Get regular checkups.
• Get enough sleep.
• Exercise regularly.
• Avoid sugary, fatty, and salty foods, and drinks that stimulate the heart rate.

It is important to see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment if you have any of the symptoms of heart arrhythmia.