Palpitation risk factors

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Akash Daswaney, M.B.B.S[2]

Common risk factors in the development of palpitations include a past history of cardiac disease, atherosclerotic risk factors, caffeine intake, substance abuse and a family history of sudden cardiac death or psychiatric disease.

• Common risk factors in the development of palpitations include:
  • History of cardiac disease
  • Atherosclerotic risk factors such as obesity,lack of exercise, high sodium diet and diet rich in saturated fatty acids.
  • Caffeine intake
  • Substance abuse
  • Family history of sudden cardiac death or psychiatric diseases.

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