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A Rapid Heart Beat At Night Can Be Very Disconcerting
[Posted on August 20]
A Rapid heart beat at night can be very discomfiting and disconcerting. In some instances a rapid heart beat can be harmless and only occurs sporadically. In other cases it can be a sign of a serious condition. Rapid heart rate is a frequent unwanted side effect of an array of drugs and medications. As an example, the prescription drugs used to address an asthmatic problem and hypertension sometimes induce the heart to beat quite rapidly. Together with shakiness, light-headedness and bewilderment, a rapid heart rate is among the most frequent signs and symptoms of low blood sugar. Low blood pressure is another cause of a rapid heartbeat, especially at night.