Arrythmias

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Arrhythmias are disturbances of the normal heart rhythm.  This can result in a heart beat that is too fast or irregular.  Arrhythmias often cause patients symptoms of racing, skipping, or fluttering of the heart.  In some instances, arrhythmias can lead to patients fainting.  Several common types of arrhythmias are listed below.

Click on a link below to learn about various types of arrhythmias:

• Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) Syndrome
• AV Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
• Atrial Tachycardia
• Atrial Flutter
• Atrial Fibrillation
• Ventricular Tachycardia
• Sinus Node Disorders

Anti-Arrhythmic Medications

Your doctor may place you on a special medication called an anti-arrhythmic to help control your arrhythmia. Some commonly used medications are listed below with drug-specific information links:

• Flecainide
• Propafenone
• Dofetilide
• Sotalol
• Amiodarone
• Digoxin
• Verapamil
• Diltiazem

You may call (706) 721-2426 to arrange a consultation or second opinion.

For additional information from the internet go to:

The Heart Rhythm Society
or
The American Heart Association