- heart rhythms
Some heart rhythm disorders can require medical evaluation and treatment.
When Palpitations Are More Concerning
Palpitations deserve urgent attention when they occur together with:
- Chest pain
- Severe shortness of breath
- Fainting
- Severe dizziness
- Confusion
- Extreme weakness
A rapid or irregular heartbeat combined with these symptoms can be more concerning than an isolated brief palpitation.
6. Dizziness, Lightheadedness, or Fainting
Feeling dizzy occasionally can happen for many reasons.
Standing up too quickly, dehydration, overheating, low blood sugar, medication effects, and other factors can cause temporary lightheadedness.
But unexplained fainting
