hyperthyroidism Symptom
Palpitations
Rapid or irregular heartbeat and heart pounding
Understanding Palpitations
Palpitations in hyperthyroidism result from excess thyroid hormones increasing heart rate and contractility. Patients may feel their heart racing, pounding, or skipping beats. This symptom can be distressing and requires medical attention.
What Causes Palpitations?
- •Increased sensitivity of heart to thyroid hormones
- •Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
- •Enhanced cardiac contractility
- •Increased sympathetic nervous system activity
- •Arrhythmias from thyroid hormone excess
When to Seek Medical Help
You should consult a thyroid specialist if you experience:
- ⚠️Severe palpitations affecting daily activities
- ⚠️Chest pain accompanying palpitations
- ⚠️Shortness of breath with palpitations
- ⚠️Fainting or dizziness with rapid heartbeat
- ⚠️Palpitations at rest
How Is Palpitations Diagnosed?
TSH and Free T4/T3
Confirm hyperthyroidism diagnosis
ECG
Assess heart rhythm and rule out arrhythmias
Holter Monitor
24-hour heart rhythm monitoring if needed
Treatment Options
Beta-Blockers
Immediate symptom relief (propranolol, atenolol)
Antithyroid Drugs
Reduce thyroid hormone production
Radioactive Iodine
Definitive treatment for Graves disease
Lifestyle Management Tips
- ✓Avoid caffeine and stimulants
- ✓Reduce stress through relaxation techniques
- ✓Limit strenuous exercise until controlled
- ✓Maintain regular sleep schedule
- ✓Avoid sudden temperature changes
Quick Facts
→Affects 60-90% of hyperthyroid patients
→Beta-blockers provide rapid symptom relief
→Palpitations resolve once thyroid controlled
→Regular heart monitoring may be needed
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