Is an irregular heartbeat natural?

Answer by  Pam84 (330)

The short answer is no. However, many people live with an occassionally irregular heartbeat. You must see a physician. An electrical tracing of your heartbeat (very easy, no pain) may give you the answer you are seeking. Stress, caffeine, or smoking are just few of the common reasons some people have an occasional hic-up in the rhythm of their heart.

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

It can definitely happen naturally and for no reason at all. Premature ventricular contractions (skipped beat) are also nothing to worry about and happen naturally. Atrial fibrillation is also totally normal and nothing to be concerned about. Some irregularities, however, indicate heart conditions or disease and can cause cardiac arrest.

Answer by  Maggie72 (70)

Generally, no. Some people are born with an irregular heartbeat, but if you have not been under physical stress (such as exercise) and your heartbeat seems off, you might consider visiting a doctor. Otherwise, good things to avoid if your heartbeat becomes irregular: unhealthy foods, antihistamines, caffeine and other stimulants.

Answer by  cindy (1484)

It is not normal to have an irregular heartbeat. However, some of the problems that cause this issue to arise will be not troublesome or felt by the patient and just show up on measurement of the hearts electrical activity.

Answer by  elynne (1153)

It is not natural. But it is not exactly unnatural. Some people are born with a sightly irregular heartbeat when compared with the 'standard' EKG. Their usually do not even notice it until their are checked by a doctor. Those folks have what are called regular- irregular heartbeats. The problems come when what is 'regular' for you becomes irregular.