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Arrhythmia: Cardiology Terminology
There are many types of arrhythmias, a term that refers to an irregular heart rhythm that may be felt as an irregular pulse or heart rate.
Filed Under: Heart Health
Heart Disease Tests Question: What Tests are Needed to Diagnose an Arrhythmia?
Heart disease can be an underlying cause of arrhythmia, which is a potentially serious disturbance of your heart's natural rhythm. Learn about the important tests needed to detect an arrhythmia.
Filed Under: Q&As
Premature Ventricular Contractions
What should you do if you have premature ventricular contractions? Dr. Stephen Sinatra, cardiologist, explains when to worry about this common problem.
Filed Under: Heart Health
Q&A: Addressing an Unidentified Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat, is a common occurrence—but it's also a clinically significant one. Here are some common causes of arrhythmia and the methods for diagnosing it.
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Q&A: Roundup on Atrial Fibrillation
Learn the answer to commonly asked questions about atrial fibrillation, including, "What cause A-fib?" "Why do you have to take blood thinners?" "What can you do if ablation therapy fails?" "What natural therapies are available?"
Filed Under: Heart Health
Q&A: Calming PVCs
PVCs don't always have a clear cause, but they can be managed. Here's a natural three-step solution that combines dietary changes, nutritional supplementation, and mind-body work.
Filed Under: Arrhythmia
Heart Palpitations and Trigger Foods
One cause of heart palpitations is the foods we eat. Caffeine and sugar, for example, are notorious for aggravating an irregular heartbeat. Dr. Stephen Sinatra explains what foods to avoid for preventing unwanted palpitations.
Filed Under: Heart Health
