Causes and Symptoms of tachycardia
If the rate at which the heart beats (heart rate) is faster than normal is a case of tachycardia. This alteration in heart rate occurs due to an abnormality in the electrical impulses of the heart tissues, which are what allow it to pump blood to the rest of our body.
The normal heart rate is about 60 to 100 beats per minute in a healthy adult at rest. Because it is difficult to count our beats one by one, know the symptoms of tachycardia to see if our heart rate is accelerated.
What are the symptoms of tachycardia?
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Stitches in the head
- Rapid pulse
- Fast heartbeat, irregular uncomfortable
- Chest pain
- Fainting
These symptoms descending because, as the heart beats too fast, the blood does not get it to all the organs and tissues. That way, they do not get enough oxygen and so the body reacts.
If it is good to know how to identify signs that indicate the presence of tachycardia, keep in mind that many people these symptoms do not occur. Therefore, the safest way to find out if you have this disease is by physical examination and an electrocardiogram, a test with cardiac monitoring.
Causes of tachycardia
Among the causes of tachycardia include:
- Heart Disease
- Congenital heart problem
- Congenital problem in the impulses of the heart
- Hypertension
- Smoke
- Alcohol
- Excessive consumption of caffeine
- Drug
- Hyperthyroidism
- Reactions to medications
- Imbalance in electrolytes needed for the heart's electrical signals
When to visit the doctor?
If you or someone in your family is experiencing symptoms of tachycardia should consult a doctor to perform a quick and accurate diagnosis. In case of severe pain in the chest, difficulty breathing and fainting for several minutes, call emergency medical help.
Tachycardia without necessary medical care can affect the normal functioning of the heart, and thus contributing to heart disease, heart attacks and even death.
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