Heart palpitations — a sensation of the heart beating rapidly, irregularly, or forcefully — are a less commonly discussed but relatively common menopause symptom, occurring because oestrogen plays a key role in cardiovascular regulation.
Palpitations associated with menopause are usually brief and benign, but they can be deeply unsettling and are often accompanied by anxiety and hot flushes.
It is always important to have palpitations assessed medically to rule out any underlying cardiac cause — something The York Clinic takes seriously as part of every thorough menopause consultation. Once other causes are excluded, our specialists can recommend appropriate treatment to stabilise hormone levels and reduce the frequency of palpitations, giving you the reassurance and care you need to feel safe and well.
