I've seen several cardiologists, but they haven't come up with a cause. These PVCs interrupt my life. They seem to be diet-related. They start when I diet and usually stop when I return to normal eating. They are pretty common and don't indicate danger in people who do not have underlying heart disease.
Some people are aware of their heartbeat and can feel PVCs quite clearly.
Isolated PVCs have little effect on the pumping action of the heart. It appears that stress does play a role in this condition. Some physicians prescribe beta-blockers, such as atenolol, for their patients with PVCs. Continue to follow-up with your doctor. 882-7000 to make an appointment with a University of Missouri Health Sciences Center physician.