Like most causes of palpitations, ectopic beats are usually harmless and do not mean you have a serious heart condition. They generally require no treatment unless they occur very often or cause severe symptoms. The four chambers of the heart with the atria above and the ventricles below.

Should I worry about ectopic heartbeat?

Ectopic heartbeats are usually not a cause for concern, and they may occur for no known reason. Despite the skipped or added beat, the heart otherwise functions normally. People may be worried if they feel their heartbeat skipping. But it is not a sign of a serious problem.

Can ectopic beats damage your heart?

Although the symptoms of the heart missing a beat or a thumping in your chest can be unpleasant or cause anxiety, they do not indicate any problems with the heart, and the extra beats will not normally cause any damage to your heart. Normally a clinician will diagnose an ectopic beat from what you have told them.