Palpitations occur in 3% of cases 7 to 9 months after infection and in 3.8% of cases at 12 months. With the Omicron variant, heart palpitations occur in 1.1% of cases 3 months after primary infection.
How do we test for it ?
For heart palpitations, an electrocardiogram or Holter monitor (for ambulatory monitoring of the heart rate over a period of 24–48 hours) can be used for an initial assessment. Depending on the suspected underlying cause, your attending physician or cardiologist may recommend additional tests, such as a cardiac ultrasound, a heart rate test while lying down and standing up or an exercise test. The heart palpitations could be caused by a dysfunction of some kind in the system that controls the heart rate, which is known as dysautonomia or orthostatic intolerance.
How is it treated ?
Treatment may vary depending on the cause. As a general rule, if no cause can be identified, adjust your physical activities and daily routine to avoid intense or prolonged exertion that may aggravate symptoms.
