Heart & Circulation

Palpitations

What does Palpitations mean?

The sensation of being aware of the heartbeat, such as racing, pounding, fluttering or skipped beats.

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This is a plain-language Healthway explanation, not an individual diagnosis. The meaning of a term can change with the clinical context in which it appears.