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Bradyarrhythmia: Symptoms and Explanation
Introduction
Bradyarrhythmia refers to an abnormally slow heart rhythm (bradycardia) associated with irregular electrical impulses. It can lead to inadequate blood flow to the body, affecting overall health. Understanding the symptoms is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
Key Symptoms of Bradyarrhythmia
- Fatigue and Weakness: A slow heart rate may reduce oxygen delivery to tissues, leading to tiredness.
- Dizziness or Lightheadedness: Insufficient blood flow to the brain can cause dizziness.
- Fainting (Syncope): A very slow heart rate may temporarily stop adequate blood supply, leading to unconsciousness.
- Shortness of Breath: The body may struggle to get enough oxygen, especially during activity.
- Chest Pain or Discomfort: Reduced circulation can cause chest pain in some cases.
- Cognitive Impairments: Lack of proper blood supply may cause confusion, memory issues, or difficulty concentrating.
- Palpitations: Some individuals may feel irregular or skipped heartbeats.
Possible Causes and Risk Factors
- Age-Related Conduction System Degeneration
- Heart Disease (e.g., coronary artery disease, heart attack history)
- Electrolyte Imbalances (e.g., low potassium or magnesium levels)
- Medication Side Effects (e.g., beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers)
- Sleep Apnea
- Hypothyroidism
When to Seek Medical Attention
If you or someone you know experiences recurrent dizziness, fainting, or extreme fatigue, it's essential to seek medical evaluation. Severe bradyarrhythmia may require treatment such as a pacemaker.
Source recommendations
1. American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Guidelines for Bradycardia and Conduction Delay
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30412710/
- https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2018/11/05/15/12/2018-acc-aha-hrs-guideline-on-bradycardia
- https://www.jacc.org/guidelines/bradycardia
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000628
- https://www.heartrhythmjournal.com/article/S1547-5271(18)31127-5/fulltext
2. European Society of Cardiology Guidelines for The Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- https://www.escardio.org/Guidelines/Clinical-Practice-Guidelines/Ventricular-Arrhythmias-and-the-Prevention-of-Sudden-Cardiac-Death
- https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/43/40/3997/6675633
- https://www.escardio.org/Guidelines/Clinical-Practice-Guidelines/Supraventricular-Tachycardia
- https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001193
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26320108/
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If you or your loved ones experience any of these symptoms, you should consult a doctor in time. Remember that self-medication can be dangerous, and timely diagnosis will preserve the quality and life expectancy.
The heart is an organ that does not know how to "keep silent" if something goes wrong. Chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling, dizziness, and rhythm disturbances are the symptoms that require our attention. The best prevention of heart disease is careful attention to your health, regular checkups with a doctor, and a healthy lifestyle. Take care of your heart, and it will serve you for many years!
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