BIOLOGY | MEDICAL | HEALTH on Instagram: "An ectopic cardiac beat, or ectopic heartbeat, is an extra or skipped beat in the heart’s normal rhythm, often felt as palpitations or a fluttering sensation. While sometimes caused by infections or stress, these usually harmless and common occurrences can often be managed with lifestyle changes, such as reducing caffeine, alcohol, and stress. More frequent or concerning ectopic beats may require a doctor’s visit for diagnosis and treatment, though most