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How a VC Can Affect Your Heart Many people experience occasional PVCs without any problems. But if they occur frequently, PVCs can weaken your heart muscle and increase your risk of heart failure. The heart's rhythm is controlled by a bundle of fibers that are located in the upper right-hand corner of your heart. This is called the sinoatrial node or SA. Electrical signals travel to the lower heart chambers or ventricles. Causes PVCs occur when the electrical impulse that normally initiates your heartbeat in a region called the sinus node (also called the sinoatrial node or SA node) isn't. Instead, the impulse is generated in another area of your heart, the ventricles, and causes an untimed beat. These extra beats, called ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation, can feel like your heart skipped a beat or is fluttering. They can happen infrequently without causing any symptoms, but they can also happen frequently enough to affect your quality of life. Your doctor may prescribe medicine in the event that they are frequent or cause weakness, dizziness or fatigue. For the majority of people, PVCs are harmless and do not increase the risk of heart disease or other health problems. Frequent PVCs however, may weaken your heart muscle over time. This is particularly true if they are caused by a heart condition such as dilated cardiomyopathy or arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, which may lead to symptomatic heart failure. The signs of PVCs include feeling like your heart beats slower or is fluttering, and you feel breathless. The fluttering can be more apparent when you exercise or consume certain foods or beverages. window doctors are more prevalent in people with chronic anxiety or stress. Certain medications, such as digoxin, amiodarone, and cocaine, can increase their risk. If you are experiencing occasional PVCs your doctor may suggest lifestyle changes and medication. If they are a regular occurrence, you may have to stay clear of certain drinks and foods like alcohol and caffeine. You can also take steps to reduce your stress and get plenty of sleep and exercise. If you're experiencing lots of PVCs, he may suggest a medical procedure called radiofrequency catheter ablation. This destroys the cells that are responsible for PVCs. Electrophysiologists are the ones who perform this procedure. It is typically effective in treating PVCs and reducing symptoms but it doesn't stop them from occurring in the future. In certain instances, it can increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib) which is a condition that can result in stroke. It is not common, but it could be life-threatening. Signs and symptoms Premature ventricular contractions, or PVCs, can cause your heart appear to flutter or skip one beat. These heartbeats can be harmless, but it is important to talk to your doctor when you experience frequent episodes or signs like dizziness or weakness. The electrical signals normally begin in the sinoatrial area, which is located in the upper right-hand corner of the heart. They then travel to the lower chambers, or ventricles, which pump blood. The ventricles contract to propel blood into your lungs and return to the heart to begin the next cycle of pumping. However, a PVC starts at a different spot that is separate from the bundle of fibers known as the Purkinje fibers, located in the left-hand side of the heart. When PVCs occur, they make the heart beat or feel as if it skipped a beat. If you only have just a few episodes and there are no other symptoms, your cardiologist will probably not be able to treat you. If you've got a lot of PVCs, your doctor may suggest that you undergo an electrocardiogram (ECG) to determine the heartbeat for 24 hours. He or she may also suggest wearing a Holter monitor, which will record the heart's rhythm over time to determine the number of PVCs you have. Anyone who has suffered a heart attack in the past or suffer from cardiomyopathy -an illness that affects the way that the heart pumps blood- should take their PVCs seriously and speak with a cardiologist about lifestyle changes. This includes avoiding alcohol, caffeine and smoking, reducing stress and anxiety, as well as getting enough rest. A cardiologist can also prescribe medication to slow the heartbeat for example, a beta blocker. If you are experiencing frequent PVCs, even if you don't have any other symptoms, you should consult a cardiologist. These irregular heartbeats could signal a problem with the structure of your heart or lungs, and if they happen often enough, can weaken the heart muscle. But most people with PVCs don't experience any problems. They simply want to be aware that the fluttering and skipping heartbeats aren't normal. Diagnosis PVCs can be akin to heartbeats that are fluttering particularly if they're frequent and intense. People who experience them often may feel faint. They can also occur with training, even though many athletes who experience them don't have any problems in their heart or health. PVCs may show up in tests like an electrocardiogram (ECG) or Holter monitor. These patches have sensors that record electrical impulses from your heart. A cardiologist might also use an echocardiogram, which uses ultrasound to look at the heart and determine how it's functioning. A doctor is often able to tell if a patient has PVCs by conducting a thorough examination and taking a medical history. Sometimes however, they might not be aware of PVCs until they examine the patient for another reason, such as after an accident or surgery. Ambulatory ECG monitors can detect PVCs and other arrhythmias. They are able to detect heart disease in the event of any concern. If your cardiologist finds that your heart is structurally normal, reassurance will be the only treatment needed. If your symptoms are bothersome or make you feel anxious, staying away from caffeine, alcohol and over-the-counter decongestants and reducing stress may help. Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and drinking enough fluids can aid in reducing the frequency of PVCs. If your symptoms persist or severe, talk to your doctor about medications that could help control the symptoms. Treatment If PVCs are rare or do not cause symptoms, they do not usually need treatment. If you experience them frequently or frequently, your doctor may wish to check for any other heart problems and suggest lifestyle changes or medications. You might also get an intervention to get rid of them (called radiofrequency catheter ablation). If you have PVCs in your heart, the electrical signal which causes your heartbeat begins somewhere outside of the sinoatrial (SA) node that is located in the upper right corner of your heart. This can make it feel like your heart skips beats or has a few extra beats. They're more common among people with heart problems however it's unclear what causes them. PVCs are more likely to occur as you age, and they may be more frequent during exercising. If a patient is experiencing frequent and painful PVCs, a physician should perform an ECG and an echocardiogram to determine if there is a structural heart problem. They may also perform an exercise stress test to see if the extra beats are due to physical activity. A heart catheterization or cardiac MRI or nuclear perfusion studies can be conducted to determine other reasons for the increased beats. The majority of people with PVCs don't experience any issues and can live an ordinary life. However, they may increase the risk of developing dangerous heart rhythm issues particularly if you have certain patterns of them. In some cases, this means that the heart muscle gets weaker and it is more difficult to pump blood throughout the body. A healthy, regular diet and plenty of exercise can reduce your chances of developing PVCs. Avoid foods high in fat and sodium and limit your intake of caffeine and tobacco. Stress and sleep are also important. Certain medications can increase the risk of getting PVCs. If you are taking any of these medicines it is essential to follow your doctor's advice regarding eating a healthy diet, exercising, and taking your medication. Studies of patients with an excessive amount of PVCs (that's more than 20% of their total heart beats) discovered that they had a higher risk of arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy. Some patients may require an organ transplant.