4034. HEALTH TIPS: Supraventricular begeminy

 

Supraventricular bigeminy is a heart rhythm where each normal heartbeat is followed by a premature beat originating from the upper chambers of the heart (atria). This creates a pattern of paired beats, with a pause following each pair. It's a form of bigeminy, an arrhythmia where every other beat is abnormal. 

More details:

• Bigeminy:
  Bigeminy is a general term for an irregular heart rhythm where a normal beat is followed by an abnormal one. 

• Supraventricular:
  This specifies that the abnormal beats originate in the atria, the heart's upper chambers. 

• Premature Atrial Contractions (PACs):
  The abnormal beats in supraventricular bigeminy are often due to PACs, which are extra heartbeats that occur too early. 

• Symptoms:
  People with supraventricular bigeminy may experience palpitations, a fluttering sensation, or feel like their heart is skipping a beat. Some may also feel short of breath, lightheaded, or dizzy. 

• Causes:
  Bigeminy can be caused by various factors, including heart conditions, electrolyte imbalances, or medication side effects. It can also be triggered by caffeine, alcohol, or stress. 

• When to seek medical advice:
  While occasional bigeminy is often harmless, frequent or severe cases, especially those accompanied by symptoms like chest pain or dizziness, warrant a visit to a healthcare provider according to Verywell Health.
  
  
  UPDATE:    https://2010vets.blogspot.com/2025/08/4034-health-tips-supraventricular.html