For many people, heart palpitations can be frightening. Frequent or protracted palpitations can be concerning, even when they are harmless infrequently. If you know the typical triggers, you can better control these episodes and know when to get medical treatment. What Are Heart Palpitations? Feeling your heart beat more violently or irregularly than usual is […]
The heart is a muscle that pumps blood through your entire body, providing it with the oxygen and nutrition it needs to survive. This pumping mechanism functions via your heart’s electrical system. There are instances, however, when this electrical system malfunctions. These malfunctions, whether caused by illnesses, medications, or other chemicals, can affect the heart’s […]
Are heart palpitations always a sign of something serious? Every wannabe romance writer has written at least one, if not dozens, of scenes involving hearts that skip a beat, flutter or feel like they want to leap out of some infatuated character’s chest. This can be very effective at drawing in the audience and conveying […]
