Palpitations
Palpitations is the name given to the feeling or irregular or jumping heartbeat. Some people refer to this as heart flutters. Palpitations can occur because of a multitude of non-sinister reasons, such as diet, and anxiety. However, since palpitations can also be a sign that there is something wrong with your heart, it is always advisable to see your doctor as soon as you can.
Diagnosis
A full clinical history and examination is essential. Heart murmurs can sometimes be the early signs of significant problems with the heart valves which can be the cause of palpitations. Blood samples are taken to exclude biochemical causes such a low potassium levels or even thyroid gland dysfunction.
Electrocardiogram: this is an easy test, though it has limited value since it only gives a picture of the heart rhythm in an instance in time Ambulatory
