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Managing Palpitations: What Are Your Options?
Published: Feb 28, 2024
Palpitations can be unsettling, but there are effective ways to manage them. Learn about the therapies available to keep your heart in check.
Lifestyle Changes
Often, simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce palpitations. Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, managing stress, and ensuring adequate sleep can all help. It's about finding balance in your daily routine to support heart health.
Medical Interventions
For those with underlying conditions, medications might be necessary. Beta-blockers or antiarrhythmic drugs can stabilize heart rhythms. Your doctor will choose the best treatment based on the specific cause of your palpitations.
When to Consider Therapy
Therapy is considered if palpitations interfere with daily life or indicate a serious condition. In such cases, tailored treatment plans are essential. This could involve medication, lifestyle changes, or even procedures to correct heart rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reducing stress and caffeine can help manage palpitations.
Medications are needed when palpitations result from underlying heart conditions.
Not always, but therapy may be needed if palpitations affect daily life.
The Bottom Line
Managing palpitations effectively can enhance your quality of life and peace of mind.
References
- Zimetbaum P, Josephson ME. N Engl J Med 1998; 338:1369.
- Giada F, Raviele A. Card Electrophysiol Clin 2018; 10:387.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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