What Causes Palpitations? | Kozyatağı Cardiology?

Last Updated:June 2026 Palpitations can be felt as a racing or irregular heartbeat. In Istanbul, a cardiologist assessment can help identify the cause of palpitations. While some palpitations may be harmless, in other cases they can be an early sign of rhythm disorders. For this reason, evaluation is important, particularly for palpitations that recur frequently.

When Is a Cardiologist Assessment Needed?

Palpitations should be taken seriously particularly in the following situations:

Frequently recurring palpitations
Fainting or a feeling of about to faint
Accompanying chest pain or shortness of breath
Episodes that start and stop suddenly

Palpitations are not always harmless — we discuss this topic in detail in our related article.

Assessment with a Home Cardiologist in Istanbul

Under the home cardiologist service in Istanbul, an initial assessment can be performed, and a home rhythm Holter can be applied when necessary. For detailed information, you can visit the related pages about home cardiologist examinations and home Holter services.

Practical notes for patients

Bring prior reports, medication lists, and a brief symptom timeline to the visit. This short preparation often shortens the path to a clearer diagnosis and avoids repeating tests that do not change management.

Blood pressure logs, pulse readings, and notes about triggers (exercise, stress, sleep) are especially useful for palpitations, hypertension follow-up, and Holter planning.

After evaluation we outline what to monitor at home, which symptoms require urgent care, and when routine reassessment is enough. Clear thresholds reduce anxiety and prevent both under-reaction and unnecessary emergency visits.

Clinical evaluation approach

In our Kozyatağı clinic we do not treat imaging reports or laboratory numbers in isolation. History, symptom pattern, risk factors, medication response, and prior tests are reviewed together so that the next step is proportionate to the patient’s real cardiovascular risk.

For patients from Kadıköy, Ataşehir, Maltepe, and Acıbadem, this means selecting echocardiography, Holter monitoring, CT angiography, or invasive angiography only when the clinical question requires it. Preventive cardiology, lifestyle counseling, and medication optimization remain central even when no procedure is needed.

If symptoms change, if risk factors remain uncontrolled, or if previous findings were borderline, a structured follow-up plan is arranged. The goal is earlier recognition of high-risk features and fewer unnecessary interventions.

To discuss findings from What Causes Palpitations? When Should They Be Taken Seriously? or to plan a personalized cardiology evaluation, you can request an appointment at our Kozyatağı clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see a cardiologist?

Chest pain, unexplained shortness of breath, palpitations, fainting, uncontrolled blood pressure, or a strong family history of heart disease warrant cardiology review.

Is imaging always required at the first visit?

Not always. Testing is selected after history and examination; unnecessary imaging is avoided when clinical assessment is sufficient.

How often should heart check-ups be repeated?

Interval depends on risk profile, symptoms, and prior findings. Higher-risk patients usually need closer follow-up than low-risk individuals.

Conclusion

Palpitations are often temporary; however, for palpitations that recur frequently or are accompanied by other symptoms, obtaining a prompt cardiology assessment is important. You can book an appointment for a palpitations and rhythm disorders assessment.

About This Content

This article was prepared by Cardiology Specialist Dr. Sinan Coşkun Turan, based on current cardiology guidelines and clinical experience. Palpitations, rhythm disorders, and home cardiology assessments are planned in accordance with medical requirements. This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a physician's examination. Last Updated:June 2026