Palpitations
Learn about symptoms, modern diagnostic methods, and advanced treatment protocols available in China's top medical centers.
Understanding Palpitations
Palpitations refer to the awareness of one’s own heartbeat, often described as fluttering, racing, or skipping. While often harmless, palpitations can indicate underlying heart rhythm disorders or other conditions. Causes include stress, caffeine, medications, or heart conditions. In our partner clinics in Beijing and Shanghai, we use a multidisciplinary approach involving cardiologists and electrophysiologists to identify and treat the underlying cause.
Advanced Diagnostics in China
Accurate diagnosis is the first step toward effective treatment. Our hospitals offer:
- Electrocardiogram (ECG): Assessing heart rhythm.
- Holter Monitor: 24-48 hour rhythm monitoring.
- Event Recorder: Long-term monitoring for intermittent symptoms.
- Echocardiogram: Evaluating heart structure.
Treatment Options
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve lifestyle changes, medications, procedures, or an integrative approach combining Western medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to calm the heart and reduce anxiety.
- Lifestyle Modifications: Reducing caffeine and stress.
- Medications: Antiarrhythmic agents.
- Procedures: Cardioversion or ablation if needed.
- Integrative TCM: Herbs to calm the heart and spirit.
