India, Jan. 3 -- Poetry may romanticise a skipped heartbeat, but in real life, it can feel alarming when your heart suddenly flutters, pauses or throws in an extra beat. These sensations are actually a well-documented physiological phenomenon known as irregular heartbeats or arrhythmias - and while they can be unsettling, they don't always signal danger. Understanding why they happen, what's normal and when to seek help can make all the difference between panic and reassurance.

Dr Dmitry Yaranov, a cardiologist and heart-transplant specialist with expertise in advanced heart failure and mechanical circulatory support, is breaking down the real reason behind why your heart skips beats sometimes and whether it is a cause for concern. In an...