Patient's question:
Hello doctor! I had a thorough examination in November. The dynamic ECG showed an average heart rate of 74, a total recorded heart rate of 105,400, a lowest heart rate of 49, and a highest heart rate of 137. There were 24 ventricular premature beats. Recently, my heartbeat has been particularly fast, with palpitations and difficulty sleeping at night.Doctor's answer:
Palpitations are a common clinical symptom, and their recurrence alone is often seen in arrhythmias. However, we frequently encounter palpitations accompanied by other symptoms, which can help us gain a general understanding of our condition. Young or middle-aged individuals who experience palpitations, hand tremors, sweating, irritability, increased hunger, and significant weight loss without a clear cause, along with sensitivity to heat, may indicate the possibility of hyperthyroidism, as all these symptoms are caused by an elevated basal metabolic rate.