palpitation

Also known as palpitations, heart palpitations

Palpitations occur when a person becomes aware of their heartbeat. The heartbeat may feel hard, fast, or uneven in their chest.

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Medical condition (new).name: Palpitation
Medical condition (new).image: Pietro Longhi 027.jpg
Medical condition (new).caption: Artistic impression of a woman experiencing syncope, which may accompany heart palpitations
Medical condition (new).field: Cardiology
Medical condition (new).differential: Tachycardia

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Palpitations occur when a person becomes aware of their heartbeat. The heartbeat may feel hard, fast, or uneven in their chest.

Symptoms include a very fast or irregular heartbeat. Palpitations are a sensory symptom. They are often described as a skipped beat, a rapid flutter, or a pounding in the chest or neck.