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Heart rhythm disorder

Heart rhythm disorder

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Heart rhythm disorder

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

How common it is:

Common

How it can usually be treated?

Can be cured with medical treatment

How is it usually diagnosed?

Requires diagnosis by a medical professional

Symptoms

Pain or discomfort, breastfeeding
Shortness of breath, better sitting upright
Shortness of breath, better with rest
Shortness of breath, made worse by daily activities
Shortness of breath, made worse by exercise or physical activity
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Risk factors

Personal

Stress
Asbestos exposure
Prolonged bed rest
Cigarette smoking

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