Palpitations
Heart palpitations refers to the sensation of being able to feel the pulse within the body. Although often concerning to the patient, palpitations are more likely to be benign (harmless) than to be serious. There are various types of symptoms
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Causes
There are a number of types and causes of palpitations that are not immediately dangerous. However, there are also a
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Types
More specific types of palpitations include:
Heartbeat Patterns: Some of the
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