I had a problem with PVCs, getting about one every ten seconds. I cut way down on caffeine and now the I don't get any. The causes though are fairly idiosyncratic and vary from one person to another, although caffeine and alcohol are pretty common. PVCs can be a substantial risk if you start getting more than three of them every ten seconds.
Bum: Thanks for mentioning the link between PVCs and electrolytes. I started getting them off and on last summer, occasionally every couple of seconds. I got a stress EKG and echocardiogram, which showed up nothing. The doctor said I shouldn't worry but didn't offer any advice. When I saw your post I tried magnesium, which didn't help, but then I read about potassium, and after loads of orange juice, bananas, raisins, molasses and supplements, the skipped beats are almost completely gone. It's still a little funny that I got them in the first place (I don't think my diet has changed much over the years) but at least I know how to get rid of them. Thanks again.
skippy wrote:
Grubinski....are you an older runner?(45+) I never had issues in the past the once I turned older....bam...skipped beats.
Doc said it's caffeine and I still have a hard time believing. I've been drinking coffee for years with no issues....why now ??? When I get that flutter in my chest I get anxious as a cat.
Yes, I'm 47. I noticed this starting around late 30's or so. Been off caffeine for probably 3 years now.
the 24h monitor testing would miss the problem often.
mostly a safe problem thougfh assuming regular rhythmn HR <155 or so.
jt,take care of yourself buddy. might wanna share this one w/ your doc.
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