Any of the following conditions can increase the likelihood of developing arrhythmias:
Coronary artery disease
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Smoking
High cholesterol
Obesity
A high-fat diet
Excessive use of alcohol
Drug abuse
Stress
A family history of heart disease
Advancing age
Certain over-the-counter and prescription medications, dietary supplements and herbal remedies.
Arrhythmia Prevention
Prevention falls into two main categories: preventing heart disorders in general and monitoring and treating any existing heart problems.
Prevention
- Lifestyle choices
- Maintain a health weight
- Stop smoking
- Avoid caffeine
- Avoid stress
- Have regular physicals
Treating Existing Heart Disorders
- Regular physicals
- Follow treatment plans and take medications prescribed
- Report any new symptoms
- Learn about tests and treatment options and discuss with caregiver
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