Arrhythmia (noun)

A condition characterized by an irregular heartbeat or an abnormal heart rhythm.

Origin:

Derived from the greek word 'arrhythmia' meaning 'irregular heartbeat'. the term was first used in english in the late 19th century to describe a disorder of the heartbeat.

Examples:

  1. The arrhythmia was caused by a congenital heart defect.
  2. The arrhythmia was diagnosed through an electrocardiogram (ECG) test.
  3. The arrhythmia was treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
  4. The arrhythmia was a serious condition that put the patient at risk of heart attack or stroke.
  5. The arrhythmia was a warning sign that the patient needed to take better care of their heart health.
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