Worse than the heart palpitations themselves is often the fear and uncertainty about what they mean.” Many people are familiar with this feeling: a sudden jump or pause in the heartbeat that can trigger fear. But what is behind this phenomenon, how do you recognize potential dangers, and what can you do about it? In this video we will take a closer look at heart palpitations. ⏩ First inform yourself, then supplement: Feel free to take a look at my guides https://bit.ly/RatgeberHowTo ✅ ❎ 100% independent ❎ 100% study-based ❎ 100% medically correct 00:00 Heart palpitations – what is behind them and how dangerous is they? 01:00 Heart palpitations – what are they actually? 03:43 How do heart palpitations occur? What are the possible triggers? 07:20 When should I see a doctor & how does a doctor’s visit work? 10:39 Heart palpitations - who is affected? 12:37 Prevention - what you can do yourself to prevent heart palpitations #heartpalpitations #heartattack #medicine #health What is heart palpitations? Heart palpitations, medically known as extrasystoles, describe irregular heartbeats that occur due to additional beats in the normal heart rhythm. These extra beats occur when the electrical conduction system of the heart is disturbed and additional contractions occur. Although heart palpitations are a cardiac arrhythmia, in most cases they are harmless and occur occasionally in many people. Those affected often perceive it as a pause or sudden stumbling of the heart, followed by a normal heartbeat. When should you see a doctor? Individual episodes of heart palpitations are usually harmless. However, if they occur frequently, last for a long time or are accompanied by other symptoms such as dizziness, shortness of breath or chest pain, medical advice should be sought. It is particularly important to see a doctor if you already have known heart conditions. Long-term untreated cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation can increase the risk of serious complications such as heart failure or strokes. Diagnosis by a doctor Doctors have various methods at their disposal to diagnose heart palpitations. An electrocardiogram (ECG) or a long-term ECG helps to measure the electrical impulses of the heart and identify possible arrhythmias. In addition, blood tests can indicate electrolyte levels and thyroid hormones. If there are signs of heart disease, specialized tests such as a cardiac ultrasound follow. Heart palpitations are a widespread phenomenon and usually harmless. Nevertheless, you should remain alert, especially if they occur regularly or are accompanied by other symptoms. In such cases, it is advisable to see a doctor. With a conscious lifestyle and regular preventative care, many factors that promote heart palpitations can be reduced. Cited studies: Study 1 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29020... Study 2 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34009... Study 3 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20620... ▬ About this channel ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ With “Video Visit Dr. Weigl” you have found the current and medical-scientific channel that describes topics related to pain, #medicine and #health in an understandable way but based on facts, guidelines and studies. ▬ Weigls MedNight: The video podcast with the University Hospital Bonn ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42EJfPT ▬ Even more videos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Stroke prevention: https://bit.ly/PräventionSchlaganfall... Our brain - what can it do? What diseases are there?: https://bit.ly/Gehirn_Video What is a stroke? Cause, symptoms and therapy: https://bit.ly/Schlaganfall_Video Chronically ill due to lack of sleep: http://bit.ly/SchlafenSchlafmangel_Video First signs of depression: https://bit.ly/DepressionAnzeichen_Video ▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ►Facebook: https://bit.ly/facebook_DrWeigl ►Website: https://doktorweigl.de ►TikTok: / doktorweigl ►Instagram: / doktorweigl ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Legal notice / Disclaimer: The videos are for your information only and never replace personal advice, examination or diagnosis by a licensed, qualified specialist. In the case of medication in particular, it is important to consult your doctor and read the package insert. The content provided cannot and must not be used to make independent diagnoses. Liability excluded. Facebook & Instagram icon: Icon made by freepik from www.flaticon.com Twitter icon: Icon made by Pixel perfect from www.flaticon.com Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com 3D image material: Sharecare YOU Pro Website: https://www.sharecare.com/