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A HEART RHYTHM DISORDER THAT IS USUALLY INHERITED
Long QT syndrome (LQTS) affects the bottom chambers of the heart, causing a rapid heart rate and abnormal rhythm
Long QT syndrome is usually inherited but it can be caused by certain medications. It affects the bottom pumping chambers of the heart (ventricles), and can cause a fast and dangerous heart rhythm that can lead to fainting or even cardiac arrest.
Some people with LQTS have no symptoms and the condition is only detected on a heart monitor or during an electrocardiogram (ECG) carried out for other reasons. Some symptoms include:
These symptoms can be triggered by strenuous exercise, stress, a sudden noise or a slow heart rate while sleeping.
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is the main way to detect long QT syndrome. If you have this condition, it shows up on an ECG as a lengthened QT interval, which is part of the heartbeat cycle.
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