Premature atrial contractions are premature heartbeats that are produced by the upper chambers of the heart. Pregnancy, high blood pressure, stress, fatigue, caffeine, alcohol, smoking, hay fever medications, asthma medications, etc., cause premature atrial contractions. This is not a serious condition in most scenarios, and it does not require any treatment.
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I experienced palpitations despite normal test results. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I occasionally experience PVCs or PACs, usually a few times a week. Last night, after lying down quickly, I felt my heart palpitate for a couple of seconds, but it stopped without any symptoms. Despite having normal echos, EKGs, and a stress test in the last six months, my health anxie... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. The palpitations may be related to a heart rhythm issue or, more likely, anxiety. Given that your electroencephalogram and echocardiography are normal, there is no need to worry. Ensure your thyroid function and e... Read Full »
I have a low coronary calcium score. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 43 years old with PVC and PAC's. Very mildly elevated cholesterol. I had a treadmill test and it said borderline ST segment changes. So, my cardiologist had me do a treadmill with echo (I do not have the results yet). My question is if I get back the treadmill with echo results and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If treadmill with echo report comes normal, it rules out major blockages in your coronary arteries. Read Full »
When to worry about alanine aminotransferase enzyme level?
Query: Hello doctor,I recently had a blood test and an ECG. My ECG report showed sinus rhythm with PACs and poor R wave progression. I would like to know what it all means? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your blood parameter reports are like complete blood count, white blood cells count, and lipid profile are normal except alanine aminotransferase enzyme and triglycerides, which are elevated. The remaining blood reports are normal with good HDL (high-density lipo... Read Full »
My ECG shows sinus rhythm with premature ventricular contractions. Is this a cause for concern?
Query: Hi doctor, I wonder if you can help. I have been having ECGs, and they indicate I have sinus rhythm with PVCs. I can feel my heart beating. Is this dangerous? Medications previously taken for this same issue include Sertraline and beta-blockers. I used to suffer from depression and anxiety, but I c... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am delighted to welcome you at icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. There are many artifacts in ECG (electrocardiogram). Wearable ECG is not always correct. Even if there are PVCs (premature ventricular complex), these are not dangerous in most cases. Please have a 12... Read Full »
Are benign palpitations fatal?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old. I have benign palpitations from the age of 15. I am getting extremely frustrated and anxious. I went to a cardiologist today and have no peace. All he said was my Holter monitor shows benign PVC, PAC, bigeminy, trigeminy, and my echocardiogram came out fine and he is... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You could have uploaded a normal ECG (electrocardiogram) and Holter. Can you tell me what is this app? (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Anyways, palpitation can be benign but we have to find the cause. Do a thyroid function test, serum electrolytes (... Read Full »
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