HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Heart Palpitations During Nights?

I am experiencing regular heart palpitatios especially at night. my thyroxine was increased from 25mcg to 50mcg in july. I have had 24hr heart monitor and told although I am having occasinal missed heart beats it is not enogh to worry about. I am still worried, shpuld I be?

Mon, 22 May 2017
Report Abuse
Cardiologist,  's  Response
Hello!

Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!

I understand your concern and would explain that these missed heart beats could be related to the increase in the dose of thyroxine.

For this reason, I would recommend checking again thyroid hormone levels in order to perform the needed adjustment to the dose.

Another possible cause to consider, would would be a sleep disorder. You should know that during REM sleep or nightmares, our heart rate increases, causing even ectopic heart beats. But, they are quite normal and do not need any special treatment.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Wishing good health,

Dr. Iliri
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Heart Palpitations During Nights?

Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM! I understand your concern and would explain that these missed heart beats could be related to the increase in the dose of thyroxine. For this reason, I would recommend checking again thyroid hormone levels in order to perform the needed adjustment to the dose. Another possible cause to consider, would would be a sleep disorder. You should know that during REM sleep or nightmares, our heart rate increases, causing even ectopic heart beats. But, they are quite normal and do not need any special treatment. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Wishing good health, Dr. Iliri