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Holiday Heart is a 2000 television film directed by Robert Townsend and starring Ving Rhames, Alfre Woodard, Jesika Reynolds, and Mykelti Williamson. It aired on the cable TV channel Showtime, and was distributed on DVD by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Holiday heart syndrome, also known as alcohol-induced atrial arrhythmias, is a syndrome defined by an irregular heartbeat and palpitations associated with high levels of ethanol consumption. Holiday heart syndrome was discovered in 1978 when Philip Ettinger discovered the connection between arrhythmia and alcohol consumption. [3]
Jan 16, 2024 · Holiday heart syndrome typically refers to atrial fibrillation induced by binge alcohol consumption, frequently observed during long weekends, vacations, and holidays. The most common symptom that patients present with is palpitations. Symptoms of palpitations can be transient or persistent.
- Kristen N. Brown, Varun S. Yelamanchili, Akshay Goel
- 2024/01/16
- 2019
- Atrial Fibrillation and Holiday Heart Syndrome
- Alcohol Consumption
- A More Subtle Atrial Fibrillation
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Atrial fibrillation is a fairly common heart rhythm disturbance that often produces significant symptoms, especially easy fatiguability and palpitations. For some people, holiday heart syndrome may feel like the heart is racing, while others may feel tired, short of breath, or no energy. The real reason that atrial fibrillation is of concern, howev...
We know that chronic, heavy drinking is associated with a form of dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure, which, in turn, often leads to chronic atrial fibrillation. So there’s no question that heavy, long-term drinking is bad for the heart. Even much smaller amounts of routine alcohol consumption have been associated with an increase in the risk...
There appears to be a much more subtle form of holiday heart syndrome, one in which atrial fibrillation occurs, but a history of true binge drinking is absent. It turns out that some people are extremely sensitive to alcohol. In these individuals, moderate amounts of alcohol (typically two or three drinks), and sometimes even a single drink, can tr...
“Classic” holiday heart syndrome refers to the onset of sudden atrial fibrillation after an obvious bout of binge drinking. In addition, some people will have atrial fibrillation after even very moderate alcohol consumption. It is important for doctors to consider even trivial amounts of alcohol ingestion when trying to figure out why a relatively ...
Holiday heart syndrome is a form of atrial fibrillation triggered by binge drinking or moderate alcohol consumption. It can cause palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness and increase the risk of stroke. Learn how to prevent and treat this condition.
Dec 2, 2021 · Holiday heart syndrome is a condition that causes irregular heartbeat due to overeating and drinking during the holidays. Learn how to avoid it by planning ahead, moderating your intake and staying active.
Dec 2, 2022 · Holiday heart syndrome is a type of irregular heartbeat that occurs after drinking too much alcohol, especially during the holidays. Learn how to recognize the signs, treat the condition, and prevent complications with lifestyle changes.
Dec 15, 2023 · ABC News’ Dr. Jen Ashton broke down what causes this potentially dangerous heart irregularity, and some ways to monitor the heart, while enjoying holiday season.
