What kind of disease is arrhythmia?
The heart normally beats in a steady rhythm, but arrhythmia is a condition in which the beating of the heart is disrupted.
In the heart, electrical signals created in a part of the heart called the sinus node are transmitted through the heart,
The entire heart contracts to pump blood and create a pulse.
Arrhythmia occurs when this electricity is not produced properly or does not flow properly.
Some arrhythmias cause the pulse to beat irregularly, some to pulse faster, and some to pulse slower.
Some arrhythmias do not require special treatment, while others can be life-threatening and serious, so it is important to be tested and know what action is necessary.
What are the symptoms of arrhythmia?
Arrhythmias may or may not have symptoms. An arrhythmia without symptoms is detected when an electrocardiogram is taken during a physical examination.
Symptoms may include palpitations, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, and in severe cases, fainting, convulsions, and sometimes sudden death.
What tests are performed when arrhythmia is suspected?
The basic test is an electrocardiogram. First, everyone will undergo a test called a 12-lead electrocardiogram.
This test is performed by attaching electrodes to the limbs and chest, and is widely used in health checkups.
In some cases, such as arrhythmias that occur in paroxysms, the 12-lead EKG may not be able to detect them, in which case a Holter EKG is used.
This is a test in which a portable electrocardiogram is worn for 24 hours for recording.
If necessary, blood tests and echocardiography are performed to check for other diseases that may cause the arrhythmia.
What is the treatment for arrhythmia?
Treatment options vary depending on the type of arrhythmia, its cause, and comorbidities, so treatment is selected for each patient.
Broadly speaking, there are lifestyle modification, drug treatment, and other treatments.
Some arrhythmias can be caused by stress, caffeine, or alcohol, and correcting these can improve symptoms.
Medication treatment varies according to the type of arrhythmia, including drugs to suppress the arrhythmia itself, drugs to relieve symptoms, and drugs to prevent complications.
The best one is selected according to the patient's condition.
Other treatments such as electroshock, catheterization, pacemakers, and surgery may be necessary, in which case we will refer you to a specialized medical facility.
What kind of tests and treatments for arrhythmia are available at the Ikejiri-Ohashi Sera Clinic?
The clinic specializes in orthopedics, internal medicine, and sports medicine and can provide a variety of tests and treatments.
The following tests and treatments for hypertension can be performed at our clinic
Examination: 12-lead electrocardiogram, Holter electrocardiogram, blood test
Treatment: Lifestyle guidance, drug prescriptions
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