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Hi my name is Kim. I am a 63 year old single mom of a mentally and physically challenged adult child. I recently (since March of 2026) have been experiencing heart palpitations. I just was diagnosed with PACs and a mild Tricuspid valve regurgitation. I have had a cardiac workup of an halter monitor, ECHO and a stress test. I was just told by my cardiologist not to worry about the PACs and that my heart is totally normal. My concern is that my "PACs" seem to be getting worse with physical activity resulting in 4 rapid beats followed by the skipped beat (it used to be 2 quick beats follwed by the skipped beat) several times when I stop exercising. I also have increased shortness if breath and have to sit down because I don't feel very well. I expressed these concerns to my cardiologist but he didn't seem concerned and told me to keep exercising because it should reduce the PACs. Should I be concerned or just continue to exercise as directed and not worry? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

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Please book an appointment with an electrophysiologist (EP), a specialist in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm problems. It is a mistake to follow only the guidance of a general cardiologist. Generally speaking, an EO will be much more proactive than others. They know well the downside of waving off
heart arrhythmias.
Also, see the most highly rated EP you can find, often at a major teaching hospital. Send your existing records ahead of your appointment for review. Good luck!