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Arrhythmias: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention

Arrhythmias are irregular heart rhythms that affect the way the heart pumps blood. While some arrhythmias are harmless, others can lead to serious health complications, including stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest. Understanding arrhythmias is crucial for early detection, proper management, and prevention of potential risks. This comprehensive guide covers types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, lifestyle management, and prevention strategies for arrhythmias.  Arrhythmias Infographic – ECG, Heart Electrical Pathway, and Lifestyle Risk Factors What Are Arrhythmias? An arrhythmia occurs when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly . The heart’s normal rhythm is regulated by electrical signals that coordinate each heartbeat. Disruption in these signals can lead to various types of arrhythmias, affecting heart efficiency and blood flow. Arrhythmias can be temporary or chronic , harmless or life-threatening, depending on the type, frequency, and underlyin...