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The article was professionally consulted with Specialist Doctor II Nguyen Quoc Viet - Interventional Cardiologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.If you are worried about heart palpitations, this could be due to many reasons. Sometimes it is due to emotions, for example you are too excited about receiving good news or conversely, you are about to face a situation that makes you anxious. However, arrhythmias can also be a warning sign of a more serious condition than atrial fibrillation.
1. Atrial fibrillation overview
Atrial fibrillation is a heart rhythm disorder in which the electrical signals in the heart are not transmitted properly, causing the two upper chambers of the heart (atria) to beat not in a normal rhythm but just "vibrating".Atrial fibrillation is very common and has the following characteristics:
Missing a heartbeat followed by a loud and irregular pounding sound. Anxiety, anxiety, heart palpitations. Unusual sweating. Chest pain (angina). Dizzy. Fatigue and weakness. Cardiologists have shown that stress and anxiety can make AFib symptoms worse. Conversely, many studies have also shown that people with atrial fibrillation are more likely to experience depression or anxiety. Overall, whatever the reason, anxiety about heart palpitations affects your physical and mental well-being.
2. Diagnosis of atrial fibrillation
How can I tell the difference between anxiety and atrial fibrillation? That is a good question. Your doctor will use several tests to diagnose AFib and rule out emotional anxiety.Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) will be applied to record the electrical activity in the patient's heart. This is a quick painless and very fast assessment of results. In some cases, doctors may leave the patient wearing a heart rate monitor for a few days for more accurate diagnostic data.
In addition, the doctor may order a number of other tests and evaluations such as:
A fitness test can help diagnose AFib if exercise is the cause of anxiety palpitations. To do this, your doctor may ask you to run on a treadmill while you wear a heart rate monitor. Blood tests can help rule out other causes of anxiety, such as a thyroid problem. A chest X-ray will help your doctor see the condition of your heart and lungs. X-ray imaging can also help rule out other conditions. Some patients with atrial fibrillation have no symptoms, making diagnosis and treatment more difficult. In general, people at risk still need to be diagnosed and treated early, otherwise atrial fibrillation can lead to heart failure and stroke.
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If you suspect Suspect I'm suffering from anxiety, depression:
Does my anxiety, nervousness have a clear effect on my heart health? Should I see a psychiatrist? Do I need counseling or anxiety medication? What should I do at home to relieve stress? Are there any foods or drinks I should avoid? If you suspect you have AFib:
What type of atrial fibrillation am I likely to have: paroxysmal, persistent or permanent? What are the causes? Are there any foods or drinks I should avoid? What types of activities or exercise are safe for me? What activities or exercises should I avoid? Do I need any procedure or surgery? Do I need any medication? What are the next steps? Feeling anxious about heart palpitations is common at any age, and in addition to emotional and mental factors, it can also signal a serious heart problem such as atrial fibrillation. Whenever there are abnormal signs, the patient should take the initiative to see a doctor for examination and directly ask the above questions. Hopefully with her initiative, every patient can live a healthy life with atrial fibrillation.
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Reference source: Webmd
