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| CNN Q & A on cardiac arrhythmia |
| CNN Health |
| 12/23/2009 |
| Reprint of a Q & A session. This is information that you can use Q: When does cardiac arrhythmia become life threatening? When does acute cardiac arrhythmia become life threatening? Lately I have been having episodes of heart skips, some pretty "big," to the point it's uncomfortable afterwards like being a bit lightheaded that lasts only a few seconds. Thanks, Pete Conditions ExpertDr. Otis BrawleyChief Medical Officer, American Cancer Society supplies the answer A: Anyone who suspects he has a heart rhythm problem needs to see a doctor immediately. This is the kind of problem that often should be seen as soon as suspected, in an emergency room. It could be a minor issue, but it could also quickly be life threatening. A good internist, family physician, or emergency medicine physician may even choose to refer you to a cardiologist for an immediate evaluation. A cardiac arrhythmia is an abnormal beating of the heart. All arrhythmias should be taken seriously. We categorize them by where in the heart the arrhythmia is occurring and they are not all treated the same. Remember: Please see your doctor if you are experiencing any problems For a more detailed discussion go to: http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/expert.q.a/12/23/heart.arrythmia.brawley/index.html |
| Additional Information: http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/expert.q.a/12/23/heart.arrythmia.brawley/index.html |