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Any disturbance in the normal rhythm of the heart due to abnormalities in the conduction of the impulses is known as arrhythmia
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This abnormal heart rhythm may remain asymptomatic in some people, and might be diagnosed incidentally
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Genetic predisposition and age also play a role in the development of arrhythmia
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Excessive consumption of alcohol may trigger arrhythmia, or may even exacerbate it by affecting the heart’s electrical signals
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Some people do experience palpitations, that is, the sensation of being able to appreciate one’s heart beat
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Chest discomfort may be seen in some individuals who have cardiac arrhythmias and must be evaluated to rule out other causes
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Difficulty in breathing may be experienced by some people, which is often graded according to the NYHA grading for dyspnea
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On examination, an irregularity may be seen in the pulse of the affected person, and some investigations may be advised for the same
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Your doctor may recommend an electrocardiogram (ECG) to confirm the type of arrhythmia
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Monitoring of the blood pressure may be advised by the doctor to find out the cause of the arrhythmia, which may be hypertension