Feeling something abnormal going on in your chest can be disturbing and even downright scary. It is hard to know what is going on and if what you are feeling is indeed something you need to worry about.

Though there are many different issues that can cause chest discomfort today we are going to look at arrhythmias. Though they may present differently in different patients they generally will feel like one of three sensations. An arrhythmia typically refers to anything outside of a normal beat.

1. Irregular heartbeat
2. Fast heartbeat
3. Excessively slow heartbeat

Though some people may not feel anything wrong, most will be able to detect the sensation.

Arrhythmia beats are uncomfortable, they can feel like your heart is beating out of your chest, up in your throat, and can include palpitations which feel like you have immense stage fright when you are, in reality, perfectly calm otherwise.

Arrhythmias can easily cause anxiety due to worry. It is best to get your heart checked out by a professional Cardiologist, such as the staff at Tampa Cardiovascular Associates in Tampa, Florida. It may be nothing at all to be concerned over or it could be atrial fibrillation which needs immediate response treatment to get the heart rate to stabilize.

Your heart is the very center of your being. Its what makes you tick and keeps your lifeblood pumping. If you suspect anything is off, always listen to your gut instinct. Make an appointment today by calling 813-975-2800 www.tampacardio.com. They have three locations in Tampa for your convenience.

If you are experiencing Chest pain, pressure or numbing of your arm please do not wait for an appointment. Go to the ER or call 911 immediately. You can then do a follow up with Tampa Cardio at a later date.