If you've ever felt like your heart skipped a beat or jumped, you may have had a premature ventricular contraction, or PVC. Many people experience PVCs at one time or another.
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Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) are a type of abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). They are very common. They can occur in people of all ages from time to time. They usually cause only mild symptoms.
Treatment for Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs)
Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) are a type of abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). They are very common. They can occur in people of all ages from time to time. They usually cause only mild symptoms.
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a type of abnormally fast heartbeat. The heart normally beats 60 to 100 beats per minute. With SVT, the heart beats more than 100 times a minute. It may beat as fast as 250 times a minute.
Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, or CPVT, is a rare genetic condition. It causes an irregular heart rhythm that can be life-threatening. It often shows up in childhood. Often the first sign is fainting or near fainting during exercise or strong emotion. Read on to learn more.
