I consumed alcohol and walked for one hour, my heart rate increased. Why?

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I read your query and understood your concern. It is likely that the combination of alcohol, underlying anxiety, and physical activity has contributed to your situation. When we engage in activities like walking, it is normal for our heart rate to increase. However, in your case, the effect of alcohol caused a persistent elevation in your heart rate. Anxiety may also play a role in these symptoms. It's important to note that a rise in heart rate alone does not necessarily indicate any specific abnormalities. In most cases, it is a natural physiological response to various factors within the body. While alcohol can potentially lead to cardiac arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation, the gradual onset and absence of associated symptoms make it unlikely in this scenario. In cases of fibrillation, there would typically be palpitations and irregularities in heart rhythm, which are not following activities. Additional symptoms may include dizziness, chest pain, sweating, or shortness of breath. Given the information provided, there is no immediate cause for concern. However, if you consistently experience an elevated heart rate at other times as well, incorporating regular exercise to increase vagal tone and lower your heart rate may be beneficial. I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

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I read your query and understood your concern. More than 30 ventricular ectopic beats per hour are associated with a higher risk, but what's more important is the presence of runs of ventricular premature contractions (VPCs). If you experience three or more VPCs in a row, it is called non-sustained ventricular tachycardia (NSVT), which is concerning and should be treated. Isolated VPCs, on the other hand, are less dangerous. I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

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