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Heart Rhythm Disorders: What Type of Disorder

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Please describe what type of heart rhythm disorder you have.

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Related Article: Abnormal Heart Rhythms (Heart Rhythm Disorders)

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Comment from: Newcome, 25-34 Female (Caregiver)

I have had irregular heartbeats from time to time since I was young. I am now 30, and recently, I had an episode of irregular heartbeats for more than 14 hours. My pulse rate was 180 beats, and the doctor said I have ventricular tachycardia. He suggested I have an ablation done. Published: August 28 ::

Comment from: Nadine, 65-74 Female (Caregiver)

I have a fluttering feeling in my chest and trembling, but without obvious tremors in hands, or arms. The tremors awaken me from sleep. My chest doesn't hurt. I am 69. Published: April 07 ::

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