In this article we will discuss about the various Causes of palpitations. So, let’s get started.
Causes
Ventricular tachycardia
Ventricular fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation
Ectopic beat
Premature atrial contractions
Supraventricular tachycardia
Junctional escape beat
Heart block
Anemia
AV fistula
Premature ventricular contractions
Anxiety, depression, somatization, and panic attacks
Congenital heart disease
Left ventricular failure
Cardiomegaly
Aortic aneurysm
Brugada syndrome
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Sinus tachycardia
Mitral valve prolapse
Hypoglycemia
Hypoxia
Valvular incompetence
Thyrotoxicosis
Hypercapnia
Hyperpyrexia
GI distress
Pregnancy
Hyper and Hypokalemia
Hypocalcemia
Hyper and Hypomagnesia
Pheochromocytoma
Hyperthyroidism
Medications such as beta-blockers, vasodilators, anticholinergic and sympathaomimetic drugs.
Substance use such as marijuana, caffeine, cocaines, amphetamines or MDMA.
