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How a VC Can Affect Your HeartMany people have occasional PVCs without any problems. If they are frequent, PVCs may weaken your heart and increase your chance of suffering from heart failure.A bundle of fibers located in the upper right-hand corner of your heart (the sinoatrial or SA node) typically controls the heart's rhythm. Electrical signals are transmitted from there to the lower heart chambers or ventricles.CausesPVCs happen when the electrical impulse that normally triggers your heartbeat at the Sinus Node (also known as the Sinoatrial or SA node) does not. The impulse actually starts in the ventricles, which causes an untimed heartbeat. These extra beats, known as ventricular tachycardia, or ventricular fibrillation, may feel like your heart skipped a beat or feels like it's fluttering. They may occur infrequently, causing no symptoms, but they could also happen frequently enough to affect your standard of living. If they are very frequent or cause weakness, dizziness, or fatigue, your doctor might treat them with medicine.For the majority of people, PVCs are harmless and do not increase the risk of developing heart disease or other health issues. Frequent PVCs however, may weaken your heart muscle over time. This is particularly relevant if they are triggered by a heart condition such as dilated cardiomyopathy arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy which can lead to symptomatic heart failure.PVCs can trigger symptoms like a feeling of your heart skipping an beat, or the feeling of your heart fluttering. You may also feel breathless. The fluttering can be more apparent if you exercise, or consume certain drinks or foods. PVCs are more common in people with chronic stress or anxiety. Certain drugs, like digoxin, amiodarone, and cocaine, may increase their risk.If you are experiencing occasional PVCs, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes and medicines. If you have frequent PVCs, your doctor might recommend that you avoid certain foods and drinks, like caffeine and alcohol. You can also lower your stress by taking enough rest and exercising.If you're suffering from lots of PVCs The doctor may suggest a medical procedure called radiofrequency catheter ablation, which destroys the cells that are responsible for PVCs. Electrophysiologists are the ones who execute this procedure. It is usually successful in treating the PVCs and reducing symptoms, however it does not stop them from recurring in the future. In certain cases, it may increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib) which is a condition that can cause stroke. It's not common, but it can be life-threatening.Signs and symptomsPremature ventricular contractions or PVCs may cause your heart to skip or to flutter. These extra heartbeats are harmless, but you may need to see your doctor in the event of frequent heartbeats or if you notice symptoms such as dizziness or fatigue.The electrical signals normally begin in the sinoatrial, located in the upper right-hand part of the heart. They then move to the lower chambers, or ventricles, where blood pumps are located. Then, the ventricles expand to push blood into your lungs and then return to your heart to begin the next pumping cycle. A PVC begins at a different spot that is the Purkinje fibres bundle in the bottom left of the heart.When PVCs happen and the heart is affected, it may feel like it is skipping a beat or pounding. If you experience only just a few episodes and there are no other symptoms your cardiologist may not prescribe treatment. If you have a lot of PVCs and your doctor might recommend that you undergo an electrocardiogram (ECG) to determine the heartbeat for a period of 24 hours. They may also suggest wearing a Holter Monitor which tracks the heart's rhythm and count the number of PVCs.If you've suffered a heart attack in the past or suffer from cardiomyopathy -which alters the way the heart pumps blood - should be aware of their PVCs and talk to a cardiologist about changes to their lifestyle. This includes avoiding alcohol, caffeine and smoking, reducing stress and anxiety, as well as getting enough rest. A cardiologist might also prescribe medication to slow the heartbeat like beta blockers.Even if you don't experience any other symptoms, you should still get PVCs checked by an cardiologist if they occur frequently. These irregular heartbeats could indicate a problem in the structure of your heart or lungs, and if they occur often enough, can weaken your heart muscle. The majority of people with PVCs do not experience any issues. They want to know if the rapid heartbeats, or the skipping of heartbeats is normal.DiagnosisPVCs can appear to be fluttering or skip heartbeats, especially if they're frequent or intense. People who experience a lot of them may feel they're about to faint. They can also happen with exercising, but most athletes who experience them do not have any issues in their heart or health. PVCs may show up in tests like an electrocardiogram or a Holter monitor. They use sticky patches with sensors that record electrical signals from your heart. A cardiologist may also use an ultrasound echocardiogram to examine the heart.A doctor may be able to tell whether a person is suffering from PVCs from a history and physical examination. But sometimes they might only be able to detect them when they examine the patient for other reasons, such as following an accident or surgery. Ambulatory ECG monitoring systems also assist in detecting PVCs and other arrhythmias and can be used in the event of any suspicion of a cardiac condition.If your cardiologist determines your heart is structurally healthy, reassurance may be all that's needed. If your symptoms are troubling or make you feel anxious, avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and over the prescription decongestants, as well as the reduction of stress could help. Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and drinking enough fluids can aid in reducing the frequency of PVCs. If you are experiencing symptoms that are persistent or extreme, consult your physician about the medications that could help control the symptoms.TreatmentIf PVCs don't cause symptoms or are not frequent generally, they don't require treatment. If you experience them frequently and frequently, your doctor might want to look for other heart issues and suggest lifestyle changes or medications. You could also have an intervention to get rid of them (called radiofrequency catheter ablation).If you have PVCs The electrical signal that triggers your heartbeat is generated from a place different than the sinoatrial nerve (SA node) in the top right part of your heart. This can cause your heart to feel like it skips a beating or has extra beats. They're more common among people suffering from heart disease however it's unclear the reason behind them. PVCs can become more frequent as you age, and they might occur more frequently during exercise.A physician should perform an ECG and an echocardiogram for a patient who has frequent and painful PVCs to rule out structural heart diseases. They may also perform an exercise stress test to see whether the extra beats are due to physical activity. To find out whether there are any other causes for the increased beats the heart catheterization or cardiac MRI could be conducted.The majority of people who suffer from PVCs do not experience any complications and can lead a normal lifestyle. They could increase the risk of dangerous heart rhythm disorders, especially if they occur in certain patterns. In certain cases, it means the heart muscle gets weaker and is unable to pump blood throughout your body.A healthy, regular diet and a lot of exercise can help reduce your chances of developing PVCs. Avoid foods that are high in fat and sodium as well as limit caffeine and tobacco. Sleep and stress are equally important. Certain medications can increase your risk of getting PVCs. If you take any of these medications it is crucial that you follow your doctor's advice about eating healthy and exercising as well as taking your medication.In window doctor of patients suffering from high PVC burdens (more than 20% of the total heartbeats), a higher rate arrhythmia-induced myopathy in the heart was observed. This could lead to a need for a heart transplant in a few individuals.