What is Heart Arrhythmia?

Description of the disease

Heart arrhythmia is a disturbance in the rhythm of the heart, in which the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly. This can cause problems with blood circulation and be dangerous to health.

Classification

• Sinus arrhythmia
• Extrasystole
• Paroxysmal tachycardia

Symptoms

Frequent heartbeats, irregular rhythm, dizziness, weakness, rapid breathing - these are the main symptoms of heart arrhythmia.

Causes

Arrhythmia can be caused by stress, deficiencies in minerals and vitamins, heart disease, alcohol, and smoking.

Diagnosis

Electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, and heart rhythm monitoring are used to diagnose arrhythmia.

Treatment

Treatment of arrhythmia may include medications, ablation procedures, and implantation of a pacemaker.

Prevention

Prevention of arrhythmia includes a healthy lifestyle, monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and giving up harmful habits.

Doctor

Arrhythmia is treated by a cardiologist.