Heart palpitations (NHS)

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Publisher: NHS (National Health Service) · Published: August 24, 2026 · Accessed: August 24, 2026

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• See a GP if palpitations keep coming back, are happening more often, last longer than a few minutes, or you have a heart condition or family history of heart problems.
• Call 999 or go to A&E if you currently have palpitations that do not go away, or you also have chest pain, shortness of breath, or feel faint or faint.
• If the concerning symptoms have stopped, ask the GP surgery for an urgent appointment, call 111, or use 111 online.