Arrhythmias
Alternate Names : Irregular Heartbeat
What can be done to prevent the condition?
A person can reduce the risk for developing arrhythmias by:
not smoking
controlling high blood pressure
controlling blood cholesterol
controlling diabetes
exercising regularly
limiting the intake of alcohol and
caffeine
eating a diet designed to minimize
heart disease
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Untreated arrhythmias can cause heart
attacks, strokes, and even
death.
What are the risks to others?
Arrhythmias are not contagious and pose no risk to others.
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