Arrhythmias

Causes

The hearts electrical activity changes with age. This can lead to arrhythmias.

Many other factors cause unusual heartbeats, including:

  • Drug use, smoking
  • Alcohol use
  • Caffeine
  • Some medications, vitamin supplements, and herbal remedies
  • Mineral imbalances, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium
  • Stress or anxiety
  • Diabetes or obesity
  • Damage to the heart muscle due to a heart attack or coronary artery disease and heart failure
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • Sleep apnea (breathing temporarily stops during sleep)
  • Thyroid disease

 

Last Updated February 2023

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