Tachycardia

Tachycardia - Symptoms

What are the symptoms of tachycardia?

Symptoms include:

Fluttering in the chest
Pounding heartbeat
Chest discomfort
Shortness of breath
Light-headedness
Fainting sensation

When should you seek emergency medical care?

Seek immediate medical help if heart palpitations are accompanied by the following symptoms:

Severe chest pain
Shortness of breath
Unusual sweating
Loss of consciousness

It is also important to consult a doctor without delay if you have pre-existing heart conditions or a family history of sudden death.

Tachycardia - Preparing for surgery

Tachycardia - Post-surgery care

Cardiology,

Electrophysiology ＆ Pacing,

Abnormal Heart Rhythm/Arrhythmia,

Catheter Ablation

Article contributed by Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore

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