What is the cause of an irregular heartbeat where the heart skips a beats or beats extra?

Answer by  AnnaS (123)

Mitral Valve Prolapse can cause symptoms like irregular heartbeats. It can go very fast/slow and does drop beats. If this is something that occurs often you really should see a doctor. A doctor will put a heart monitor on you for a few days while you log your actions.

Answer by  CarolynOsborne (2804)

A number of things could cause irregular heartbeat, from too much caffeine to side-effects from prescription (or illegal) drugs or some kind of physiological problem. It is important to check this with your doctor so the cause can be found and the problem can be addressed.

Answer by  BigMomma2 (132)

Are you prone to anxiety or do you feel anxious a lot of times? If your irregular heartbeat is accompanied by flushing, sweating, dizziness or faintness that could be a cause. There are so many things that it could be that all you can really do is consult your physician.

Answer by  GrandmereC (145)

Soemtimes if you have a cold or a lot of congestion there will be little pockets that open when you breathe and it feels like the heart beat is being dropped. You could check for sure by using a stethescope to take your heart beat periodically or with your fingers.