Palpitations
A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of arrhythmia.
Also called: Heart palpitations, Missed heart beat, Palpitations, Skipped heart beat.
Conditions associated with palpitations
The following conditions have been associated with palpitations in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Acquired methemoglobinemia
Acquired methemoglobinemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adrenocortical carcinoma
Adrenocortical carcinoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adrenocortical carcinoma with pure aldosterone hypersecretion
Adrenocortical carcinoma with pure aldosterone hypersecretion is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
Anemia
A condition in which the blood has a lower than normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin, reducing oxyge...
Anxiety and Panic
Persistent anxiety and panic symptoms that affect daily function and well-being....
Arrhythmia
An irregular or abnormal heart rhythm that can range from harmless to life-threatening....
Atrial Fibrillation
An irregular and often rapid heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other heart co...
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, warm type
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, warm type is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Charcot-Marie-tooth disease, axonal, type 2JJ
Charcot-Marie-tooth disease, axonal, type 2JJ is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Chest Pain
Discomfort or pain in the chest that can range from minor muscle strain to a life-threatening heart condition....
Congenital Gerbode defect
Congenital Gerbode defect is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Coronary Artery Disease
Narrowing of the coronary arteries by plaque, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle and causing chest pain, ...
Eisenmenger syndrome
Eisenmenger syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Persistent, excessive worry about everyday situations that is difficult to control and interferes with daily l...
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome (GS), also referred to as familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia, is characterized by hypokalem...
Glycogen storage disease with severe cardiomyopathy due to glycogenin deficiency
Glycogen storage disease with severe cardiomyopathy due to glycogenin deficiency is a medical condition that m...
Graves Disease
An autoimmune condition causing hyperthyroidism, often with eye changes (bulging eyes) and goiter....
Heart Failure
A condition in which the heart cannot pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and body a...
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Hypertension
Chronically elevated blood pressure that puts strain on the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and brain. Often ha...
Hyperthyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up metabolism and causing w...
Hypoglycemia
Abnormally low blood sugar levels causing shakiness, sweating, confusion, and in severe cases loss of consciou...
Ileal neuroendocrine tumor
Ileal neuroendocrine tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Insulinoma
Insulinoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Loeffler endocarditis
Loeffler endocarditis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts
Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Myocardial Infarction
A heart attack, occurring when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing chest pain and heart...
Neuroendocrine neoplasm of appendix
Neuroendocrine neoplasm of appendix is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Neuroendocrine tumor of anal canal
Neuroendocrine tumor of anal canal is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Neuroendocrine tumor of stomach
Neuroendocrine tumor of stomach is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Neuroendocrine tumor of the rectum
Neuroendocrine tumor of the rectum is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Non-functioning paraganglioma
Non-functioning paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Palpitations
The sensation of a racing, pounding, fluttering, or irregular heartbeat....
Panic Attacks
Sudden episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms such as palpitations, sweating, and breathlessness....
Tests providers may use to investigate palpitations
When investigating palpitations, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Apolipoprotein B Test, Apo-B
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BNP / NT-proBNP
Measures B-type natriuretic peptide to help evaluate heart failure....
Basic Heart Health Panel - Lab Tests At Healthlabs
This standard 5-test panel screens general health & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for indivi...
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
Measures glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function markers....
Blood Type & Blood Disorders
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Bnp Blood Test
Heart failure blood testing - This test measures levels of B-Type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) to help detect, di...
C-Reactive Protein Test, High Sensitivity
C-Reactive Protein (CRP) levels provide insight into heart health. This high sensitivity blood test is often o...
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Cardiac Health & Cholesterol
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Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Cholesterol & Lipid Test Panels
A complete cholesterol test (a lipid panel or lipid profile) is a blood test that can measure the amount of ty...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside palpitations
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
Pale Skin
Unusually light or pale skin that can be a sign of anemia, reduced blood flow, or low blood pressure....
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if palpitations is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom palpitations mean?
Palpitations is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of arrhythmia.
Which conditions are associated with palpitations?
Palpitations has been reported in association with 56 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Acquired methemoglobinemia, Adrenocortical carcinoma, Adrenocortical carcinoma with pure aldosterone hypersecretion, Anemia, Anxiety and Panic. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about palpitations?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.