Tachycardia: Fast Heart Rate Symptoms and Treatments with Dr. David Cork | San Diego Health

Many things can make your heart beat faster than normal, including anxiety, excitement, fear or exertion. However, if your heart starts beating rapidly for no apparent reason, you may have a type of heart rhythm disorder called tachycardia. In this video, San Diego Health host Susan Taylor talks with David Cork, MD, a cardiologist at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines, about what causes tachycardia and why it is a concern. Learn more: https://www.scripps.org/7431yt

0:33 - Why is a fast heart rate bad for you?
1:34 - What are the different types of supraventricular tachycardia?
2:26 - What is sinus tachycardia?
3:12 - What causes tachycardia?
4:10 - Who is most at risk?
5:00 - When should you see a doctor?
6:05 - How do you treat tachycardia?
7:22 - What happens if it is left untreated?
8:22 - What devices are used to treat tachycardia?