The 2 most important questions to ask and answer if you have ectopic heart beats

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A lot of my work involves talking to and reassuring people who suffer from ectopic heart beats which seem to cause a tonne of anxiety and really seem to have a negative impact on quality of life.
Most patients I have spoken to have already seen a doctor for them and the doctor has told them that they are not dangerous but for may this reassurance is seldom enough.
The anxious mind needs more than that cursory pat on the shoulder. Part of the reason I think is that when ectopic beats are felt they are uncomfortable and scary and the anxious mind starts asking all sorts of questions - some rational and others irrational. The poor patient goes looking for answers and eventually ends up scouring the internet and ending up even more confused and terrified. In this video, I wanted to help reassure patients by helping them ask and answer some rational question about ectopic heart beats.
If we think rationally, ectopic heart beats are only really important for 2 reasons:
1) They may be a sign of something wrong with the heart and therefore they may represent some sort of warning that something bad may happen in the future - so a useful analogy would be that ectopic beats are like baby snakes and you are worried that there may be a mother snake waiting to bite nearby
2) The ectopic beats in themselves are causing the heart and the patient some form of damage - ok so there is no mother snake nearby but could the baby snakes bite?
So once you have answered those 2 questions, you can be reliably reassured that no harm will befall you and often that reassurance can go a long way to getting rid of them.
Thank you so much for listening and watching. I would love to know what you thought of this video. I am planning to do a live facebook chat later tonight so if you have any questions you want me to answer, please join me for the facebook chat by typing in @yorkcardiologist in your facebook search bar. I will also post a transcript of this video on my website www.drsanjayguptacardiologist.com

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@natenate1981 3 жыл бұрын

Ectopics have ruined the last 20 years of my life, and continue to since they seem to be getting more frequent. That being said, Dr Gupta is literally THE only reassurance I’ve ever had about this very specific condition. And the fact that he freely gives this information especially via free web-chats is just astounding. God bless this man 10x over 😭

@DeadoffDrop209 2 жыл бұрын

God Bless you my brother! May Our Lord Heal us all, 🙏🏼❤️

@tlaf4367 Жыл бұрын

He's a great man

@Missybmama Жыл бұрын

Same here😢and now mine are getting worse, family members think I’m crazy-I’m so thankful for this Dr!

@DeeJay003 Жыл бұрын

Try liquid hawthorn - salus hawthorn plant juice is very good . Also, magnesium and potassium. Takes a month or two, but it works. Good luck 👍

@Cacheola Жыл бұрын

If you cannot find the trigger(s) - mine is black mold, why not look into ablation? Also, look at histamine, insulin, and inflammation, food/all allergies, change environment, pets. If you're in the US, find a functional medicine doctor.

@HumanNemo 3 жыл бұрын

he's either gone through cardiophobia or is a pure genius. He talks about them like he really really knows how it feels

@virginiamoss7045 3 жыл бұрын

He says he does not know how it feels and that's why he wants to try to understand his patients better; he has real empathy as well as intellectual curiosity about his patients' experiences and how best to help them. This is what makes him different from most cardiologists and most doctors in general in my opinion.

@user-uu6mz2mb3i 3 ай бұрын

I had AFIB when I was 35 years old. My Cardiologist told me I had PVC and it was normal and not to worry. Never told me anything else. After years of asking for more info, asking questions of my own docs, getting referrals, and doing research, I have just learned more about it in the last 60 minutes after discovering Dr. Gupta's videos. Thank you thank you from the bottom of my heart. All I needed (and have needed for the past 5 years) is an explanation of WHAT it is and WHY I shouldn't stress myself out everyday over it. Thank you so much!

@mikemike7146 4 жыл бұрын

By far the only doctor that actually understands exactly how I am feeling . Thank you so much for for these videos! You have no idea what these videos mean to me!

@adinashenry5474 4 жыл бұрын

yes I know what you mean I get days where they don't let up all day long and it is awful.

@mikemike7146 4 жыл бұрын

@@adinashenry5474 Its crazy how often i get them and i am one of the lucky ones who feels every single one of them. gets tiring to be honest. glad i am not alone!!

@MrSpratdragon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you SO much for making these videos. Whenever I have anxiety about my PVCs, this channel is where I come to watch a video or two. Not only do you explain things in a comprehensive fashion to us non-medical folk, but there's just something so soothing about the way you do it. You're part cardiologist, part therapist. 😆

@pattyreich2678 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@fleekfitnessbyshauna 2 жыл бұрын

The feeling is terrifying indeed. Watching these videos are reassuring.

@Emilysgotissues 3 жыл бұрын

Truly an example of a doctor who does what he does selflessly because he loves what he does.

@marksuave25 Жыл бұрын

You are quite literally doing the Lord's Work. I can't put into words how much you have reduced my stress levels and removed the FEAR that many of us live with, that the next heart beat might be your last on Earth. Getting my magnesium supplement TODAY and starting it TODAY!

@andrewthompson6893 6 ай бұрын

I had my wife watch just the first couple of minutes of this video to show her how empathetic you were towards your patients, and how if more doctors were like you most of us wouldn't have the fear we have of going to see the doctor, and would consequently see our GP more often and live much longer and happier as a result. I wish you were my cardiologist!!

@jacquecombs5546 3 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely the best thing that's ever happened to patients and people with health anxiety. The way you explain things makes it easy to understand and has saved me from complete panic and running to the ER. Thank you SO much for what you do!!! Beyond appreciative!

@Xrakes 4 жыл бұрын

Two years ago I ended up in A&E with ectopic heartbeats. This channel was the first place I really got any answers and reassurance. Two years later after numerous tests, with stress and anxiety management, taking magnesium everyday and with more exercise - my ectopics are far less but more importantly I don’t freak out when they do happen. That’s been the biggest change. They were taking over my life. I’ve taken that back from them. Keep up the great work with your videos 👍🏻

@bibistar1111 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, glad to hear you are feeling much better! I was wondering what specific Magnesium and how much are you taking? Also what type of stress and anxiety management do you practice? I take Magnesium Glycinate about 250mg but haven't taken it for long to know if it's truly helping. Hope to hear back!

@Xrakes 4 жыл бұрын

Marybeth Moreno hi there. I started off taking Magnesium Taurate and that certainly helped. I’ve changed though to a MAG365 which is power format and can be made into a hot drink before bed. This seems easier on my system. In terms of quantity, I believe it’s approx 150mg per day which around 40% daily recommended. This works for me. I found that taking a higher dosage caused my leg muscles to twitch (strangely). For anxiety, which really only happened after I got panic attacks during ectopic episodes, I downloaded a popular app for relaxation. It helped going to sleep and walking the routes where I had the panic attacks. It found it invaluable. And obviously talking about what was happening with friends and family also helped. Explaining that it wasn’t just in my head. These were real and they freaked me out. Badly. Now I understand they are not dangerous. I accept when they happen and that they will happen most likely again. Accepting it seems to have helped and they rarely happen these days. So all in all, try not to panic. I did and it took over. It fed into a cycle of ectopics. The more I worried the worse they got, and the more I worried. I’m back on the right track now. The futures bright. Hope that helped.

@bibistar1111 4 жыл бұрын

@@Xrakes Thank you so much for the insight. It's a relief talking to someone who has them also. I just started experiencing these pvc's about two weeks ago. It's been a really rough time because of the fear of unknown, I've gone to the ER twice. I even had to take some time off from work because of the anxiety it's causing me. Luckily I have a good support system (family, therapist, etc.) and Dr. Gupta has been a God send for me. The past few days have been getting better, less anxiety and panic episodes. For the past few days I have been taking Mag Glycinate (powder form)about 250mg daily, potassium 99mg, Omega 3 oil, B complex (for emotional support) and also a high grade multi vitamin. I also cut out fast foods, sodas, caffeine and not all but a lot of sugar intake. I had all my test come back normal and have a healthy heart while at hospital. I'm currently waiting to send off my two week heart monitor for results and talk with cardiologist further. I honestly think it is linked to my eating habits and anxiety/stress because when I am calm I don't feel them as much. I do feel them more in certain positions like when I 'm sitting in a car. Which sucks cause my job is driving an 18 wheeler. Ugh! Why me?? I guess the faster I realize they are harmless the better quality of life I will have. Again thanks for the info! 😊

@Xrakes 4 жыл бұрын

Marybeth Moreno well for what it’s worth. I similarly ended up in A&E twice and yes my ectopics are linked mainly to stress and anxiety. The good thing is that once you know that, and all your tests are clear, then you can focus on managing your stress/anxiety. Just don’t let that fear take hold. If you can do that then there’s certainly light at the end of the tunnel. All I can say is it’ll get better. The internet is a bad place to seek knowledge but this channel is the exception. You’re off to a good start. Best of luck and health!

@Rob-dh3rp 4 жыл бұрын

Xrakers X did your heart ever shoot up to about 130 after your felt one

@volvosweden 4 жыл бұрын

No video editing here. Pure 19 minutes of great information. I watch all your videos. Thank you and Hello from a Russian from Canada.

@samtilney7920 4 жыл бұрын

6 months ago I had ectopic beats at rest and during exercise, they were awful and I began to fear them.. I visited my GP, got referred and had all the tests done that Dr Sanjay mentioned.. All came back normal and I even achieved 16 minutes on the stress test! Ever since then my ectopics have completed disappeared.. Never under-estimate the power of your mind!

@aasiqkumar732 3 жыл бұрын

Have heath anxiety bro

@aasiqkumar732 3 жыл бұрын

Bro please reply

@Ryan-np6zv 3 жыл бұрын

@@aasiqkumar732 how r u now

@Ryan-np6zv 3 жыл бұрын

@Alicante Actress don’t be bro 90bpm isn’t high at all if you were having a heart attack it would be well above 100 and trust me your not alone this shits tuff

@13RedCorpse 3 жыл бұрын

I am having ectopic beats for almost a year, my doctors said that it's definitely not the heart and I need to find what causes them. I have had so many theories and my heart has always acted like I was right (like when I thought that it's related to my stomach somehow and I've got them right after I ate or when I was really hungry) until I visited the doctor to prove my theory. It always appeared that I was healthy and it could not cause ectopic beats, and right after the news they always started to behave differently (but I have had them every day in different quantities: some days 4-10, some days probably more then 10000). Until I finally came to the conclusion that it is stress related. Then I have had almost a week with no ectopic heartbeats for the first time in 6 month.. And I have felt them only in stress related situations since then. Who knows, maybe some day I can make them totally disappear (or almost).

@Suzanna55 2 ай бұрын

The more I watch these videos by thee kindness cardiologist in the world 😊❤, the better we all get. Bless you,and your loved ones.

@ericlodewijk Ай бұрын

super synopsis on ectopic problems.I have had them for twenty years and i continue to have them although i have zero noticeable symptoms.I also agree as a health care professional that it is beyond rare that these ectopics cause heart damage even at very high levels.An good echocardiogram in my mind so reassure anybody that their ectopics are just annoying but do not pose a danger to heart damage

@bruely82 4 ай бұрын

I can't believe that this is the first time in 8 months that my questions are answered. And I have been seeing cardiologists and experts in arrhythmias. I'm moved, finding this channel is the best thing that happened to me lately. And I am blown away by the accuracy and extremely detailed information that is given. Bless you❤ can't thank you enough, people like you make this world a better place❤

@jrzjnz7573 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this. I appreciate how much you care, explain, and how considerate you are of what the patient is going through alone.

@srenbohn4904 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic and honest and very deep video about this topic. You are the first doctor ever in almost 30 years that understand what I am going through. Very, very much appreciated ❤

@laurenw2446 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your channel. So much reassurance! You have such a gentle and kind demeanor, which goes a very long way in calming others. Thank you!

@Hellotisme 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being the cardiologist who is choosing to help many people by taking time to make these videos and show understanding! Thanks so much.

@toddboothbee1361 Жыл бұрын

I don't care what they say, you're a hell of a doctor and a great resource for many of us. Cheers!

@daniellehammerschmidt5712 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you again ,Doctor Gupta, for taking your time explaining these things ,Danielle

@ragincajun993 4 жыл бұрын

I swear I love this guy! Thanks for taking the time to explain these things to us worried HUMANS

@gilbertoportillo6650 4 жыл бұрын

Once again thank you very much from the bottom of our hearts for all the time you spend making all these great videos. God bless you and your love ones.

@nengirutherford8279 2 жыл бұрын

You are so warm Dr Sanjay, your insight and time of voice surely calms a restless palpitations. Thank you so so much.

@DA_Tech81 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr! You have really helped me get through a difficult time in my battles with anxiety.

@robmcintyre3947 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou . After 30 years finally a cardiologist who can explain the problem in simple terms and your reassurance is very comforting. Spot on !

@smoothtones 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent and always reassuring thank you for such good information and taking the time to share, the ability to make others feel better is a gift and you do that.

@wtbwrites1806 2 жыл бұрын

This video made me worry so much less about my extra beats. I have had three EKG tests in the last two months. They all came back fine but I still worried once I started getting my palpitations again. Thank you for all of your information Dr Gupta. Also. Thank you for all of the people in the comments. Being a cyberchondriac is not easy

@shonnesp1 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Gupta, I am so glad I found your page. A man who is selfishly making a HUGE impact on millions of people. Thank you sir.

@lilianflynn198 4 жыл бұрын

Your uploads are a pleasure to watch ...Extremely informative and always reassuring ...a very big THANK YOU Doctor And thank you gain for sharing your wisdom and knowledge

@jackmitchell8269 4 жыл бұрын

Hello doctor. I want to thank you for your videos. I've been watching for a few months now after a diag of CHF. Your knowledge is immense and your presentation s very patient friendly. I believe you are doing tremendous good for a lot of people. GOD bless.

@fazalmohamed4826 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video Dr.Sanjay , very simple and cleared all our doubts regarding ectopic

@musings_of_an_xphile 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for these wonderful videos! I’ve had PVCs throughout the day every day for 15 years and it causes me a lot of anxiety. Your “test of time” comment really helps me. All of your information really helps me, thank you so much! I also see other comments on your videos from people just like me which is like group therapy in a way. It’s reassuring to see I’m not alone. Thank you thank you thank you!

@monikacordery11 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see you back Dr. Gupta as I so enjoy your videos and find them mostly reassuring .

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

thanks monika!

@brendawium9052 3 жыл бұрын

You are the kindest most informative Dr I have ever encounterd. It is a true shame that I am all the way in South Africa becuase the gretest gift would be to consult with you regarding frigtening ecropics. Thank you so much for the time snd effort you put into providing information to me and fellow sufferes.

@edwardjam9832 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome information, this guy should have his own show or some other additional type of media which can reach the masses, he could help millions.

@oaksi11 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are incredibly helpful. I went to bed and felt a thump in my chest and immediately panicked thinking something was wrong. I didn’t sleep and had heart palpitations all night. It then followed on the day before and worried me. I went to my hospital for a check up the same night and found that I was suffering from ectopics beats. It did worry whether it would do damage and whether they disappear but I know if I can reassure myself and be less fearful I should be ok. Thank you for describing them it’s help my anxiety and fears.

@jeffsauceda 10 ай бұрын

Dr. GUPTA! So grateful for all your videos!!

@smedal1 8 ай бұрын

This is so reassuring instead of making us feel like we’re imagining it all as most Dr’s have made me feel all my life. In order to deal with it alone I have pretty much come to the conclusion that ‘It hasn’t killed me after all these years therefore it’s best ignored’ and that has helped me not worry however the strong pains still take my breath away so your reassurance that if it temporary it’s unlikely to be doing any damage is very helpful. Seeing cardiologist tomorrow for Echo results so if she says all good, I’ll feel a lot more reassured too after your explanation of what they look for in an echo 👍🏻 Thank you for taking the time to make these videos - much appreciated.

@ryanmcbride7708 3 жыл бұрын

this man deserves the money he charges for the monitors, i'd love to support him.

@georgemccaffery3260 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video! You've answered a lot of my questions and reassured me.

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

how kind.. thanks george:-)

@clivecorrie7870 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for making this informative video. I am much reassured by your explanation.

@tedibair 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Dr Sanjay - I havent yet watched your video - I just want to say its lovely to have you back and I do hope you enjoyed your break... Missed You!

@Jeffhomulton 10 ай бұрын

All these years after this video was posted, it’s still helping people(even across the pond). This video is so reassuring because i had all the tests you mentioned. Going to try a beta blocker next week because I’m having between 3.6% and 9% PVCs but nothing else concerning.

@Flowzie 4 жыл бұрын

Dr Gupta thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I've recently had a really bad episode of palpitations and was told at the ER that I was experiencing anxiety attack. I went to a private cardiologist and got some tests which confirmed everything was fine... I'm a former competitive tennis player, now obese professional, so I think this has to go something with my recent health issues. I wanted to thank you for everything that you do as I feel reassured that everything is fine and I need not worry

@shazzabelle123 4 жыл бұрын

You are utterly brilliant and wonderful as a person and a professional. You are a credit to your profession and a fine example for your peers to aspire to. THANK YOU for imparting your vast knowledge and experience in a relatable way. Thank you for your altruism.

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

how lovely .. it is you i should be thankful to. You dont know how much you do for me with the love and support you give me

@gsrport1 4 жыл бұрын

I love this guy he’s the best been following you for couple years

@KiwikimNZ Жыл бұрын

As a nurse your incredible bedside manner is very refreshing. You have an empathy which can be very rare in Drs these days. The work load and pressure Drs are under they do not always have the time for reassuring the patient or have the time to explain these questions the way that you have today. Thank you so very much much your kindness and your expertise. It is appreciated

@marymeisner3232 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Once again you give me hope and reassurance. I have had PVCs for 35 years now, they wax and wane. For the past few years I have hardly felt them but now they are flaring up. Such a nuisance.

@jane6261 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been having ectopics since I had covid in early January. These have been hugely troublesome to me. I then became pregnant in April and these were exasperated 10 fold! I have never been so terrified for my life and felt so mortal, they led me to become very agoraphobic and terrified to move, as often they would happen suddenly whilst out and about. I always come to your channel in times of panic, and I am so grateful for your posts ❤

@anyonebluejay5597 Жыл бұрын

Same here I got covid in January and have had ectopics since. I’m 19 and it’s been scary but I’m still doing alright and trying to fight all the anxiety about it

@jane6261 Жыл бұрын

@@anyonebluejay5597 have you seen a cardiologist? They can provide some reassurance for sure! I’m on beta blockers now which definitely have decreased the amount of ectopics and tachycardia episodes I’ve been having :)

@anyonebluejay5597 Жыл бұрын

@@jane6261 yes, I had ecg, echocardiogram, 2 week monitor, and tilt table test done. My echocardiogram is completely normal. It definitely has been reassuring though sometimes I keep worrying and feeling like maybe I need more tests. They wanted me to try a beta blocker but I haven't gone on one yet because it scares me tbh 😭 are your ectopics PVCs/VEs? That's what mine are, in the ventricles.

@jane6261 Жыл бұрын

@@anyonebluejay5597 you’ve had similar tests to me, I also had a normal echo. I keep doubting it and wanting another too - I think anxiety plays a big part in heart issues (I’ve never been so anxious in my life). I have a mixture of PVC’s and PAC’s so both ventricular and supraventricular. Although they’re benign, they do feel rotten. Do whatever is right for you in regards to treatment, I’m glad I’m on beta blockers but totally get the fears with medication too. I hope your symptoms ease but feel free to come back here if you’re in a stress it’s nice to know you’re not alone in your symptoms :)

@rachelwelsby5581 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys! I'm in the same boat.... I had an echocardiogram back in 2015 they won't do one for me now... Do you know if your heart structure can change in 7 years? I'm having severe ectopic heartbeats since covid and being vaccinated

@Shatterdofrr 4 жыл бұрын

This doctor is a Godsend.. ty brother fro helping people..

@WanderFeetChronicles 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the informative and body relaxing information! Much appreciated.

@YorkCardiology 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for your support. It'd mean a tonne if you'd consider subscribing to the channel:-) -Sanjay

@MeandThee 4 жыл бұрын

You are a lifesaver. Literally. And figuratively. Thank you so much. 🌹

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

how lovely thank you!

@vegaslady2023 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you SO much for the new video... Will watch now. Have a wonderful week. A California PVC sufferer☹

@lorenzoflores5406 4 жыл бұрын

Hey fellow cali pvc person ☺

@merene51 4 жыл бұрын

You are the best Dr. Gupta.. thank you , this is great info 👍

@fatstorvolay2243 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. I had what I thought were some basic, anxiety created chest pain. GP sent me off to see a cardiologist. Cardiologist said it's nothing, but that I needed a stress test to be sure. I did that, and it showed an abnormality indicative of having a blocked coronary. That led to a CTCA scan, which then showed an apparent 100% blocked coronary, leading to an angiogram. Despite all that I felt physically fit and well. Other than now extreme anxiety. The angiogram was done, which then showed my arteries were perfectly fine. It was the most anxious and crap experience of my life. Watching your videos during that time was very reassuring, and very informative to me during that experience.They all corroborated my hope that I had nothing going on, and eased some of the anxiety during that time. So many thanks for your videos, and keep up all the good work!

@klcc9713 4 жыл бұрын

Fats Torvolay I had a very similar experience! False positive stress test and wide open arteries on angiogram

@frank1847 4 жыл бұрын

Really interesting and informative Doc. Thank you.

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

thanks frank!

@jennifercox8955 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Please keep the videos coming-very informative! I have acid reflux and notice way more palpitations when it’s flared up vs when it’s not-can be very scary and unsettling

@pattyreich2678 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I experience the same. Thank you for sharing.

@meerasinhasane628 2 жыл бұрын

I have acid reflux and have just given diagnosis of the ectopic beats , ever time I eat something it flares as I get lot of belching due to acid reflux I am scared to death.

@madamecurious 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Gupta and a hello from Florida 🌴 I appreciate your videos very much, they help me to stay calm with the heart palpitation problems I have. Thanks again!!

@rosemaryobrien8943 2 жыл бұрын

Doctor, you do such a wonderful job explaining everything heart related. Thank you for taking the time to do so. I love you. Rosemary USA

@perrytalkkari4166 3 жыл бұрын

Great information and very reassuring

@TheCaptainTruth 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for explaining this to me. You don't realise how much this meant

@tony59able 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Doctor for this very reassuring video.

@Wadoomable 2 жыл бұрын

Very well explained thank u so much, Very reassuring.

@caressaapple5632 Жыл бұрын

I am experiencing ectopics recently an this is very helpful. Can’t thank you enough

@pleaseshare8891 Жыл бұрын

Me too skipped beat especially when im.hungry

@phyllisvalentine7411 2 жыл бұрын

Dr. Gupta, you are a gift to us all. Your expertise is matched only by your compassion and empathy. Oh, how I wish we had cardiologists within the purview of most Americans. I had a nuclear stress test after I had a CAC scan with a score of 492. My cardiologist never called about the nuclear stress test. When I called, the receptionist told me “everything is fine.” The cardiologist , although he did not speak to me or explain anything, threw another 10 mg pill of Amlodipine at me. This means 20 milligrams of Amlodipine. No one cares. I’m simply a cog in the wheel. Very disconcerting. Very recently , I discovered your videos. They not only impart the knowledge we need but also provide a comforting and reassuring approach. Thank you. I know my words are not chronologically cogent with life but please accept my condolences for the loss of your father.

@seattledutch Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Gupta for this explanation. Very reassuring.

@addictedtogear 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the information you are offering on your channel. It is very helpful. I wanted to ask as someone who gets skipped beats after having a cryoablation for arrhythmia I tend to avoid exercise as having my heart pump faster seems to give me more anxiety to getting skipped beats. I wonder if you could talk about this in a future video? Keep up the great videos.

@mc00094 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to see how much your channel grew in a year Dr. Been here since 2k subs, now almost 100k. Goes to show that ectopics is something a lot of people crave for answers about. Went back and forth on the idea of consulting you but never had the courage to do it. Applied all your advices and now i only feel ectopics 2-3 times a day. I think cycling 25km every 2 days is what helped the most. But i still worry when i get them. I might mail you my Holter and stress test results if you're still open to that kind of thing 😊

@Carlos-fh8wk 4 жыл бұрын

@Danaos: do you worry about cardio workouts ? Have you been cleared to do cardiovascular exercise ? Very happy to hear you are doing well.

@mc00094 4 жыл бұрын

@@Carlos-fh8wk Not really worried about the workouts, it's after the workouts that worries me. Got no problem when working out, but relaxing after the workout i will always get a couple of thumps 🤢

@nathanh3373 4 жыл бұрын

@Danaos I notice it’s when I relax as well. Especially if I sit or lay down quickly, like basically falling back into a chair or on a pillow, then I will notice some odd things. I’ve had 2 holters, one for two weeks, now I have a loop recorder. I’ve had an echo as well and it only showed a mild leak in 2 valves. But so far nothing my doctor has any concern over. Basically they all say that, in my case, it’s likely nerves/stress/anxiety. It’s hard not to be scared when you feel such things though.

@mc00094 4 жыл бұрын

@@nathanh3373 What i understand after years of reading up, listening to Dr Gupta and others i thing it all has to do with the vagus nerve. Ectopics in my case always come after sitting down, laying down, eating or just before having a big fart coming up, all situations that can press the vagus nerve, so that's the best explanation i can muster. Why do some people feel ectopics and others dont i guess it's because of different vagus nerve positioning or pressure or twisting, i dunno. That's what i tell myself anyway nowdays to forget about it 😋

@tulikaduffadar676 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining it so well, so reassuring…

@tedibair 4 жыл бұрын

Dr Sanjay - This is the second time you have reduced my anxiety... The last time was re: blood pressure numbers... I am now less anxious when 'in the middle of the night' I can feel my heart skip a beat and then follow up with several beats in a second... Thank you... No Mother Snake - lol

@pushpapatel5795 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor so much. Really lots of information you have given.

@deniskundrat7161 4 жыл бұрын

The only doctor who relieved my anxiety to some extent about ectopics. Thank you. I try to avoid ectopics by strictly following suitable diet and work/rest balance or changing body position and doing breathing exercises when it comes to it. I would not ignore them as occasionally one becomes a few, then series and then atrial fibrillation might kick in. This is after having ablation procedure more than year ago. Better than measures mentioned above are regular mindfulness exercises and practice helps most.

@margaretbinns3134 2 жыл бұрын

Denis , I wonder how you are doing now ? I had an Ablation for AFib in June and since then horrible ectopics each day / PVCs and also some PACs . I’m taking the magnesium but no improvement . I’m reassured by dr Gupta and I am very happy with my cardiologist too

@deniskundrat7161 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretbinns3134 I had a second ablation 2 months ago. Something they missed first time. Still on medication, ectopics now and then, but the result will be clear only after coming off medication in January. Also I have to mention recent discovery. It became obvious that carbs in my diet were killing me and I had no choice but go into keto diet. Changes so far are promising in only two-three weeks. The time will tell. Mindfulness practice still work very well, especially in the middle of night if mind goes in to panic mode due to past experiences. Mindfulness enables me to distinguish between what mind tells me and what is perceived in reality. Usually reality is: everything is within normal range and ectopics now and then is normal too. Hope this helps. Thank you ☺️

@deniskundrat7161 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretbinns3134 Sorry, I feel I need to mention this in addition for more complete picture as I really feel for people who go through similar experience to mine.: At age of 54, AF was not my only health issue. Massive difficulties with digestive system, long periods of dizziness, mid and upper back muscle problems resulting in difficulty to sit or stand for considerable amounts of time. No specialist could pinpoint the problem, so, no treatment for that. In light of this I came to believe that AF, ectopics and other heart rhythm issues are activated by other processes in body, since above mentioned are paroxysmal, not happening all the time. Therefore it would be important to find something that helps specifically for you.. And this is no simple matter. Out there are tons of information that can be not suitable in your case. Also, capability to think clearly and distinguish is reduced by declining body condition in general. To overcome this a great deal of mindfulness would help. Mindfulness extends to understanding that if I fail to correct things: it's Ok too. I emphasize mindfulness as the key. No person is same and only you can see what is going on inside and what suggestions to apply learned from others. Hope you find your solution. Best. Denis

@winston12364 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so amazing & very helpful! From Canada

@kathrynoconnor7921 4 жыл бұрын

I love these videos, not only because they are more personally relevant as I go through some of the testing Dr. Sanjay mentions but also because he is perhaps the most authentic doctor I have seen in most of my decades old life. Medicine shouldn’t be a mystery clouded by a physicians ego. Thank you. I missed the Facebook live talk and will keep an eye for the next one. Thank you for your integrity and sharing.

@YorkCardiology 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so very much for your kind words

@kathrynoconnor7921 4 жыл бұрын

And please forgive me for not using your full name. I was copying from an earlier comment. Thank you Dr Gupta.

@brendoadsuara3569 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, very helpful information. God Bless!

@rekhakadam6393 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr Sanjay.. for a v informative video... 🙏🏻.

@leerobinson5686 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for these videos.

@ianlad7243 4 жыл бұрын

great video dr sanjay gupa . thank you.

@AndrewButlerPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic really well explained. That you!

@AndrewButlerPhoto 11 ай бұрын

Just watched this again, should have read "Thank you!" on my original comment. I've been experiencing a lot of ectopics (again) recently, which as a OHSCA survivor can be really worrying. This is a very reassuring video.

@marymaryquitecontrary 5 ай бұрын

That was very interesting and answered important questions for me regarding hydration. Many thanks,

@janetbice6920 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always

@shazzabelle123 5 ай бұрын

Incredible video !

@kendimwakazi 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you doctor Sanjay. Thank you so much!

@jamiemarcantonio5 8 ай бұрын

You are a compassionate and caring doctor! I wish you were in New York!!

@mypinkelephantlife3618 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your videos so much. You have reassured me greatly. I have had fluttering maybe once a year for years, but since last October they have become much more frequent along with me slowing down and experiencing dizziness at times during my 3.5-4 mile morning walks. This concerns me, but I have not really been in a panic about it. I had an EKG that was fine, I just got results of 48 hour holter monitor during which I only had two mild flutters, but an hour after taking it off a had a big one. Doesn't that just figure. LOL It showed the two flutters as Premature Atrial Beats, which from your videos I realize are not something to really worry about. When it started I thought maybe it was my slightly leaky valves had gotten worse, or that I inherited Wolfe Parkinson White from my mother, or I was going to have a heart attack like my dad and need bypass like him, or that I had an enlarged heart like my grandmother. Like you have said, we do start to worry about everything. I'm grateful for what you do here because it has helped me to understand this better and relieve the concerns, even with my family history. Keep up the great work. I appreciate you so much.

@QuantumOfSolace1 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly - did you ever find the answer??

@ThisIsSolution 11 ай бұрын

Good video. Helps me very much

@GinaHardyYoga 6 ай бұрын

Just discovered your channel! Soooo helpful thank you doctor! I have had a lot of ectopics this last two years because of off the scale stress. I manage it with beta blockers and an anti anxiety med. had a 24 hour ECG about a month ago and its all fine.

@robbinwelch355 4 жыл бұрын

Another great talk....thks be to you. Hope to catch up with you...

@RubinaMerchant Жыл бұрын

Love the way you explain. ❤

@shirleyfretty487 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you again Dr. I have palpations and was put on Amlopidine, however, it has a side effect, one being palpations and arithma, what do you recommend?

@kdoornink 4 жыл бұрын

Very much enjoyed your talk.

@djbgatekeeper Жыл бұрын

Great information thank you.

@Ningishzidd4 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. I have had ectopics for 10-15 years and any episode where they happen remains scary. I''ve had ECGs, holter monitoring, stress tests and echo cardiogram and have passed all with flying colors. I'll refer to your other video where it's mostly the fear (unfounded in my case) that makes it so much worse than it has to be.

@epiphanyvideomarketing7541 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, doctor. I have had all kinds of heart issues over the past 15 years. I'm 44 now. I think it all comes down to anxiety because I've had calcium tests, stress tests, device-wearing tests, echocardiograms, etc. They never found anything, but I've had heart pains, ectopic beats, and all kinds of stuff through the years. Need stress management.

@sapperstang 5 ай бұрын

I’ve learned more about my ectopic beats from your videos than from any cardiologist. In fact, they never even mentioned the ectopics other than listing them in the report. I was just told to do whatever I wanted without restriction.

@tonyamartin7653 2 жыл бұрын

I just found these videos!! I’m so Glad

@mogamatanthony9789 3 жыл бұрын

SALAAM shukran for the beautiful message and exspaining us all the different health topics so easy to understand you just amazing you do make so many people feel you happy thank you very much all the best may Allah protect and guide you at all times God willing

@francisexperience 2 жыл бұрын

AS usual Excellent in plain English not in Medical jargon thank you sir.

@janmargaret7972 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this reassuring video. I have just been told that I have an extra systolic ventricula beat. I am 71. My heart does flutter occasionally and it’s never bothered me. I am reasonably healthy. I walk my dog three times a day and I eat healthily MOST of the time😳. I have to go for the further tests as per your description. The only time it seems to happen, or be noticeable is if I have had some alcohol. I used to like a glass of wine or two, but the fluttering of my heart and the after effects make me feel so rotten that I stopped having any wine. To be honest I don’t miss it at all.