DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are usually surprised at ...

Tachycardia is a rapid heart rate that beats faster than 100 beats per minute for any reason. It can occur as a result of many acute and chronic conditions. Factors such as age, health conditions ...

The prevalence of atrial fibrillation, also known as AFIB, affects a lot more younger people than initially thought.

While feeling weak, confused, or having a rapid pulse or heartbeat may not be concerning in most cases and can easily be resolved with medical attention, they can sometimes be life threatening ...

ECG Challenge: Sudden Palpitations and Shortness of Breath A 56-year-old patient with cardiomyopathy lands in the emergency department with shortness of breath and a rapid heart rate. What does ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are usually ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are usually ...

Cancel anytime. Dr. Roach: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are ...