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palpitation
(redirected from Heart palpitations)

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palpitation (păl'pĭtā`shən), abnormal heartbeat that is often associated with a sensation of fluttering or thumping. The normal heartbeat is not noticeable to the individual. Palpitation may be a symptom of organic heart disease or of other body disorders such as an overactive thyroid gland or anemia. In healthy persons palpitation can be brought on by undue exertion, shock, excitement, or stimulants.
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Beimel, admitted with heart palpitations Tuesday evening, was sent home Thursday but won't rejoin the team until tonight's game with Florida, for which he has been cleared to pitch.
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Symptoms can be as varied as nervousness, shaky hands, increased sweating, lighter menstrual periods, feelings of being hot all the time, and heart palpitations.
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