Benign Arrhythmias Such as Extrasystoles Quiz

Arrhythmias are problems with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat, where it might beat too slowly, too fast or with an irregular pattern. Benign arrhythmias are heartbeat irregularities which do not cause any symptoms. Causes include certain medications, caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, cocaine, inhaled aerosols, diet pills, stress, etc.

• Feel the heart is pounding

• Sensation of imbalance as if floating when at sea

• Feeling breathless

• Chest pain

• Regular, rapid heartbeats

• Irregular heartbeat

• My pulse feels irregular

• Pounding, rapid or fluttering heartbeat when working

As it is asymptomatic, benign arrhythmias are usually monitored by a doctor without active treatment. Medications and other treatments may be required for symptomatic arrhythmias.