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\nAn arrhythmia may not cause any obvious signs or symptoms. You may notice something that occurs only occasionally, or your symptoms may become more frequent over time. Keep track of when and how often arrhythmia occurs, what you feel, and whether these things change over time. They are all important clues your doctor can use. If left untreated, arrhythmia can lead to life-threatening complications such as stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest.
\nYou may be able to feel a slow or irregular heartbeat or notice pauses between heartbeats. If you have palpitations, you may feel like your heart skipped a beat or may notice it pounding or racing. These are all symptoms of arrhythmia.
\nMore serious signs and symptoms include:
\nWhat else will your doctor want to know about your symptoms?
\nSome arrhythmias tend to happen at certain times or under certain circumstances. If you notice signs or symptoms of arrhythmia, note when they happened and what you were doing. This information can help your doctor diagnose what is going on and find the right treatment. Here are questions to ask yourself.
\nArrhythmias that are unrecognized or left untreated can cause sometimes life-threatening complications affecting the heart and brain.
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