Heart palpitations can feel like pounding, flip-flopping or the wrong amount of heartbeats. Most people get them because of anxiety. Other causes include: pregnancy, caffeine, alcohol or spicy food. Heart palpitations are common and usually aren’t dangerous. Show
Overview What are heart palpitations?Heart palpitations are a feeling like your heart is missing heartbeats, racing or pounding. You can feel palpitations in your chest, throat or neck. Palpitations can happen at any time, even if you’re resting or doing normal activities. Although they may be startling, palpitations usually aren’t serious or harmful. However, they can sometimes be related to an abnormal heart rhythm that needs medical attention. Who does it affect?Heart palpitations are more common in women and people assigned female at birth, but anyone can experience them. People can get heart palpitations at different times in their lives. You can get them as a teenager, during pregnancy or during menopause, for example. How common are heart palpitations? Heart palpitations are common. One study found that 16% of people saw their primary care provider because they had palpitations. Also, heart palpitations are one of the most common reasons people visit a cardiologist. Symptoms and CausesWhat are the symptoms of heart palpitations?Heart palpitations symptoms may feel like your heart is:
You can feel heart palpitations in your chest, as well as in your neck or throat. Symptoms of palpitations are more likely to be related to an abnormal heart rhythm if you have:
How long do heart palpitations last?Heart palpitations usually don’t last long. They usually last a few seconds or minutes, but they sometimes last longer. What causes heart palpitations?A wide variety of things can cause heart palpitations, including but not limited to:
When do people get palpitations?You can get heart palpitations at different times in your life. Some people experience:
Diagnosis and TestsHow are heart palpitations diagnosed?A healthcare provider will listen to your heart and lungs. They’ll also review your:
It’s helpful to let a provider know the details of your heart palpitations, such as:
You may not have heart palpitations during your visit with a provider. They may ask you to tap your fingers to imitate the rhythm of your palpitations. What tests will be done to diagnose heart palpitations?A provider may order tests, such as:
You may need to see an electrophysiologist. This is a provider who specializes in abnormal heart rhythms. Management and TreatmentHow are heart palpitations treated?The best type of treatment for you depends on what causes your heart palpitations. You may not need any treatment. If you have heart disease or an abnormal heart rhythm, you may need medication, a procedure, surgery or a device to correct the problem. It’s important to keep all follow-up appointments with your provider. How can I stop heart palpitations?If anxiety or stress causes your heart palpitations, you may be able to control them with calming activities like yoga, meditation or a mindfulness exercise that focuses on your breathing. In addition, you may need to drink less coffee or other caffeinated drinks if caffeine triggers palpitations. Will heart palpitations go away?Heart palpitations often go away without medical treatment if things you eat, drink or do cause them, including:
However, if you have heart disease or an abnormal heart rhythm, you may need medication, a procedure, surgery or a device to correct the issue. Again, it’s important to keep all follow-up appointments with your provider. PreventionHow can I prevent heart palpitations?Depending on what’s causing your heart palpitations, these tips can help you have them less often:
Outlook / PrognosisWhat can I expect if I have heart palpitations?Heart palpitations usually aren’t a cause for concern. People who have them can go about their normal lives. Are heart palpitations dangerous?No, heart palpitations usually aren’t dangerous. Are heart palpitations normal?Heart palpitations are very common and are usually a normal response to stress or anxiety. Living WithWhen should I see a healthcare provider?Call 911 (or your local emergency number) right away if heart palpitations won’t stop or if you have these symptoms:
Contact your provider if you have palpitations sometimes, but don’t have the additional symptoms below. If your palpitations get worse or suddenly happen more often, call your provider. When should I worry about heart palpitations?Heart palpitations usually aren’t dangerous. However, they may be a sign of a more serious health problem if you also:
What questions should I ask my doctor?Questions you can ask your provider include:
A note from Cleveland Clinic Heart palpitations (feeling like your heart is racing or pounding) can be unsettling because you usually aren’t aware of your heartbeat. But heart palpitations are usually harmless. If you have other symptoms like dizziness or passing out when you have heart palpitations, that could be a sign of a serious medical problem. In that case, you should tell a healthcare provider about it. Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 09/16/2022. References
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When should you go to doctor for heart palpitations?If you have heart palpitations with severe shortness of breath, chest pain or fainting, seek emergency medical attention. If your palpitations are brief and there are no other worrisome signs or symptoms, make an appointment to see your health care provider.
Should I be worried if I keep getting heart palpitations?Most of the time, heart palpitations are harmless and go away on their own. In some cases, however, there may be a medical reason behind them, called an arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm). Even though they are common, heart palpitations can make you feel anxious and scared.
How often are heart palpitations serious?You should call your doctor if your heart palpitations last longer than a few seconds at a time or occur frequently. If you're healthy, you don't need to worry about brief heart palpitations that only happen every now and then.
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