Intermittent heartbeat is a sign of what disease?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I just discovered that I have cardiovascular disease. The symptoms are as follows: The heart is beating normally, then it suddenly stops for about 1 second and then beats again. So the doctor asked me what is the sign of intermittent heart palpitations? Where and how should I visit? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Specialist Doctor I Tran Quoc Vinh - Department of Resuscitation - Emergency, Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “What is a sign of heart disease? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
If you feel the pulse or listen to the heart rate, it will stop suddenly for 1 second and then return to normal, which can be seen in cardiac arrhythmias such as: sinoatrial block, block 2nd degree atrioventricular fibrillation, atrial fibrillation, sinus arrhythmia, atrial extrasystoles,..
This condition can be indicative of dangerous arrhythmias, for example atrial fibrillation that can lead to the formation of Blood clots in the heart can lead to embolism of the brain, intestines, heart, kidneys,.. Or 2nd degree atrioventricular block can progress to 3rd degree block causing hypotension. However, there may also be arrhythmias that need to be monitored without immediate treatment, such as: Sinus arrhythmias, atrial extrasystoles. Immediate examination is essential.
You need to go to a hospital where there is a cardiologist for a checkup, the doctor can initially give you an electrocardiogram, survey to see if any existing arrhythmias are detected. In the case of normal ECG, the doctor may suggest attaching a 24-hour electrocardiogram device, and then analyze for arrhythmias if any. On the other hand, some conditions can cause confusion in detecting the heart rate such as: Improper pulse measurement, incorrect auscultation may be misrecorded. Or factors that can change the heart rate but not heart disease such as: Autonomic nervous system disorders (including cardiac neuropathy), thyroid disease (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism) also affect the heart rate. heart rate, from the general examination and evaluation, the doctor will advise you on the appropriate treatment.
While waiting to be examined, you should avoid heavy exercise, strenuous exercise, avoid using stimulants such as coffee, tea, energy soft drinks, .. eat healthy, rest properly. to ensure safety.
If you still have questions about intermittent heart beat, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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