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Last Updated: February 13th, 2012
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What is an echocardiogram?
An echocardiogram (Echo) is an external test of the heart that uses high-frequency sound waves called ultrasound to look at the heart’s size, shape, and movement. The test shows the heart&rsq...
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What are the different types of atrial fibrillation (AFib)?
There are three different types of atrial fibrillation, characterized by their duration and response to treatment: Paroxysmal, where atrial fibrillation occurs periodically and ends spontaneousl...
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What is a Holter monitor?
This is a cardiac diagnostic test where a patient wears a device that records the heart’s electrical impulses for a few days. The impulses then are analyzed to study the heart’s rhythm.
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Why might an electrocardiogram (EKG) be needed?
An electrocardiogram is used to diagnose heart attacks and other heart problems, but it also can offer clues about other conditions not primarily related to the heart. For instance, it can detect c...
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What is an electrocardiogram (EKG)?
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a simple, painless test to measure the heart’s electrical activity. The heart generates electrical signal that flows through your body. During this test, ...
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How is a cardiac arrhythmia diagnosed?
A cardiac arrhythmia such as atrial fibrillation can be diagnosed in different ways. In addition to reviewing your medical history and symptoms, and performing a thorough physical exam, a physician...
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What causes an arrhythmia?
Many activities, conditions, and substances can potentially cause or lead to an arrhythmia. These include: A genetic heart abnormality Heart disease Changes in the heart muscle, also called ca...
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What are ventricular arrhythmias?
Ventricular arrhythmias are heart-rhythm disturbances that begin in the heart's ventricles, or lower chambers. Examples include: Ventricular tachycardia, which involves an extremely fast hea...
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What causes atrial fibrillation (AFib)?
Common causes of atrial fibrillation include: Coronary artery disease Congenital heart disease Heart failure Hypertension (high blood pressure) Cardiomyopathy Diseased heart valves Chronic...
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How are cardiac arrhythmias treated?
Options such as cardioversion or medication may alleviate symptoms of cardiac arrythmia. A procedure that often cures the problem is cardiac ablation, which creates a lesion in the heart area that ...
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What is syncope?
Syncope is fainting, almost fainting, or feeling dizzy or light-headed. This can be caused by serious heart-rhythm disorders and should be evaluated thoroughly.
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What are the symptoms of a cardiac arrhythmia?
Common symptoms are a rapid heartbeat, difficulty catching one's breath, feeling light-headed, heart pounding, and palipations.
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How is atrial fibrillation (AFib) treated?
Medication or cardioversion may relieve symptoms. However, a procedure called cardiac ablation often is a cure. This involves creating a lesion in the heart area that fires abnormal electrical impu...
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Can I take cold medicine if I have atrial fibrillation?
Some over-the-counter cold and cough drugs may cause atrial fibrillation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about which type of cold medication is best for you.
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What treats atrial fibrillation besides cardiac ablation?
All treatments focus on returning the heart to a normal rhythm. They depend on the severity of symptoms and may include medications, lifestyle changes such as reducing alcohol or caffeine, and surg...
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