Heart Is Beating Faster Even When Laying Down. Why Is It?

Posted on Sat, 19 Oct 2013

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sat, 19 Oct 2013 Answered on

Wed, 6 Nov 2013 Last reviewed on

Question : Hello. My name is XXXXXXX I am 32 years old. My heart has been beating alot faster in the past few months even when im laying down. Why is that?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Heart rate

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

There are a few potential explanations to this phenomenon.

I would suggest that you visit with your doctor to review this and rule out a possible underlying thyroid disorder, anemia, electrolyte abnormality or possibly an abnormal heart rhythm.

Also, if you drink caffeinated beverages I would suggest that you decrease or eliminate these for the time being until you are able to see your doctor.

Thanks again for the query,

Dr. Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (5 minutes later)

I was diagnosed with anxiety a year ago, I also smoke and drink on weekends and am about 40 lbs over weight. Could any of these factors have anything to do with it? I also had a e.k.g. done last year and they found nothing wrong.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
The nicotine in cigarrettes as well as alcohol consumption can definitely affect the heart rate.

Try to temper the consumption of these in the near future and this may be helpful

Dr. Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (2 minutes later)

can this cause me to have a stroke or a heart attack?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Stroke or heart attack are highly unlikely in your case.

Nonetheless - a followup with a symptoms.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar