Arrhythmia
noun
A medical condition characterized by an irregular heartbeat, which may affect the flow of blood to the body.
The patient was diagnosed with arrhythmia and needed further tests.

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Formal
heart rhythm disorder,cardiac arrhythmia,atrial fibrillation
noun
A variation from the normal rhythm of the heartbeat that can be caused by various factors.
Occasional arrhythmia can be a natural response to stress or caffeine.

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Neutral
occasional arrhythmia,persistent arrhythmia,functional arrhythmia
noun
A medical condition characterized by an irregular heartbeat, which may affect the flow of blood to the body.
The patient was diagnosed with arrhythmia and needed further tests.

Usage tips
Formal
heart rhythm disorder,cardiac arrhythmia,atrial fibrillation
noun
A variation from the normal rhythm of the heartbeat that can be caused by various factors.
Occasional arrhythmia can be a natural response to stress or caffeine.

Usage tips
Neutral
occasional arrhythmia,persistent arrhythmia,functional arrhythmia
Definition 1 of 2

Formal Usage
Use 'arrhythmia' in formal contexts such as medical discussions.
Doctors often use this term in their reports.
Understanding Symptoms
Recognize symptoms such as palpitations when discussing arrhythmia.
Patients often report feeling their heart racing.
Treatment Context
Discuss arrhythmia alongside treatment options like medication or surgery.
Many arrhythmias can be managed with lifestyle changes.
Formal Usage
Use 'arrhythmia' in formal contexts such as medical discussions.
Doctors often use this term in their reports.
Understanding Symptoms
Recognize symptoms such as palpitations when discussing arrhythmia.
Patients often report feeling their heart racing.
Treatment Context
Discuss arrhythmia alongside treatment options like medication or surgery.
Many arrhythmias can be managed with lifestyle changes.
Formal Usage
Use 'arrhythmia' in formal contexts such as medical discussions.
Doctors often use this term in their reports.
Understanding Symptoms
Recognize symptoms such as palpitations when discussing arrhythmia.
Patients often report feeling their heart racing.
Treatment Context
Discuss arrhythmia alongside treatment options like medication or surgery.
Many arrhythmias can be managed with lifestyle changes.
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