Medical articles from Dr Boon Lim

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22/10/2025

Cardiologist

The treatment of supraventricular tachycardia

In this article, consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist Dr Boon Lim explains the treatment options for supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), a type of heart arrhythmia where the heart beats much faster than normal.

27/05/2025

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Treating atrial flutter

Atrial flutter is an arrhythmic condition of the heart where there is a desynchronisation of the heartbeat originating in the top right atrium chamber. In this article, a renowned consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist Dr Boon Lim explains how atrial flutter occurs, and what treatment options are available.

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07/04/2025

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

How to choose the best cardiologist and the best hospital to have your cardiac ablation

In this guide, a top consultant cardiologist shares how patients can choose the right cardiologist and clinic to undergo cardiac ablation.

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10/02/2025

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

The link between atrial fibrillation and diet

Atrial fibrillation is a common arrhythmic disorder where the heart beats quickly and irregularly. In this article, a consultant cardiologist explores how diet can impact atrial fibrillation.

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08/02/2021

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Situational syncope: why do we faint under stress?

If you faint at the sight of blood or needles or from standing up for long periods, you are someone that experiences situational syncope. This is temporary loss of consciousness in response to a certain trigger or situation that causes you stress. Award-winning cardiologist, Dr Boon Lim, explains what is happening to our bodies when we faint, how it can be avoided and offers some tips to help you cope when you feel a syncope episode coming on.

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27/01/2020

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Atrial flutter: your comprehensive guide

The human heart usually has a steady rhythm. However, problems can occur if it starts to beat too quickly. Atrial flutter is the sensation of rapid heartbeats and here, leading cardiologist Dr Boon Lim guides you through what this condition is, why it requires treatment, the success rates of treatment and more.

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17/01/2020

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Are ectopic heartbeats dangerous?

Many of us experience ectopic heartbeats without any cause for concern, but when are they considered dangerous? Dr Boon Lim explains all you need to know about these abnormal heartbeats and when to seek medical help.

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22/01/2019

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

5 ways to stop yourself from fainting

Sometimes we have to do things that make us feel faint – getting on a crowded train, giving blood, or speaking in public. Knowing how to stop that feeling in its tracks and prevent a full-blown fainting episode can be extremely empowering. The good news is that there are simple things everyone can do to stop themselves from fainting – as consultant cardiologist and fainting world expert Dr Boon Lim explains:

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09/01/2019

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Why do I faint on the London Underground?

The London Underground is a difficult place to be at the best of times – but it can turn into a nightmare if you’re not feeling your best. But what causes people to actually faint on the tube? It’s a classic case of reflex syncope – according to Dr Boon Lim, consultant cardiologist at the London Cardiovascular Clinic in Harley Street, London.

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23/11/2018

Dr Boon Lim

Cardiologist

Can anxiety be linked to arrhythmia?

Dr Boon Lim is a renowned cardiologist and expert in the diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias. He recently presented at the 2018 Heart Rhythm Congress in Birmingham, which is the largest meeting of heart rhythm specialists in the UK. Here he presented on several topics, including the fascinating link between arrhythmia (specifically ectopic beats) and anxiety.