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Arrhythmia: Cardiology Terminology

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 09/06/2012

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.

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Filed Under: Heart Health

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Heart Disease Tests Question: What Tests are Needed to Diagnose an Arrhythmia?

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

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.

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Premature Ventricular Contractions

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 05/15/2012

What should you do if you have premature ventricular contractions? Dr. Stephen Sinatra, cardiologist, explains when to worry about this common problem.

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Q&A: Addressing an Unidentified Arrhythmia

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 03/25/2013

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

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 09/21/2012

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?"

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Filed Under: Heart Health

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Q&A: Calming PVCs

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 12/20/2012

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.

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Filed Under: Arrhythmia

Heart Palpitations and Trigger Foods

by Dr. Stephen Sinatra

Last Reviewed 05/15/2012

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.

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Filed Under: Heart Health