Change in Heartbeat
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Did you have a change in your heartbeat and you felt lightheaded?
See significance of feeling lightheaded if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Did you feel lightheaded?
Yes Did you have palpitations?
Yes Do you have a known heart problem?
Yes Do you feel lightheaded, and your heart rate is faster than 100 beats per minute after 5 minutes of rest?
Yes Do you feel lightheaded, and your heart rate is slower than 60 beats per minute?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: April 27, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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