What diseases are characterized by tachycardia?

Written by Li Hai Wen
Cardiology
Updated on September 06, 2024
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Tachycardia refers to a phenomenon where the heart rate exceeds 100 beats per minute. There are many diseases that can cause tachycardia, with the most common ones including: First, heart diseases such as congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathy, and coronary artery disease can lead to heart failure, often resulting in tachycardia; Second, respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or cor pulmonale, can also lead to tachycardia due to long-term oxygen deficiency; Third, endocrine disorders, such as hyperthyroidism, often cause tachycardia; Fourth, hematological disorders, such as severe anemia, often lead to tachycardia as well; Additionally, fever can also cause tachycardia.

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How is tachycardia and atrial fibrillation treated?

Treatment of tachycardia and atrial fibrillation mainly involves the following aspects of drug therapy. First, controlling the heart rate. When the heartbeat is too fast, under the guidance of a doctor, β-blockers such as metoprolol or drugs like digoxin can be administered regularly to control the heartbeat and improve symptoms. Second, anticoagulant therapy. Long-term episodes of atrial fibrillation can cause thrombosis in the left atrium, especially in the left atrial appendage. When the thrombus dislodges, it can cause thrombotic complications, such as a cerebral infarction. In such cases, long-term anticoagulant medication is necessary to prevent thrombosis, using drugs such as rivaroxaban or warfarin. Third, surgical treatment, such as radiofrequency ablation surgery, may potentially cure atrial fibrillation.

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Is it serious if young people have tachycardia?

Because patients often experience this kind of tachycardia and do not need special treatment, if the patient experiences palpitations and chest tightness, sometimes active treatment is still necessary. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for an electrocardiogram. Early coronary heart disease or myocardial ischemia can also cause tachycardia, but for asymptomatic tachycardia, it is only necessary to observe regularly. In terms of diet, it is still necessary to have a low-salt, low-fat diet, and regularly monitor changes in the patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse. If the patient's blood pressure rises, sometimes it is necessary to actively manage it by using some antihypertensive drugs.

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Can tachycardia resolve on its own?

Tachycardia can resolve on its own, but this is typically under physiological conditions. Especially in situations of stress or emotional excitement, tachycardia can resolve on its own. However, if it is due to a pathological disease, this is not the case. Particularly, it is important to re-examine the electrocardiogram, monitor changes in heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse. If the heart rate is too fast and blood pressure is elevated, sometimes active treatment and symptom control are necessary. Additionally, if it cannot resolve on its own, it is first necessary to rule out coronary heart disease, psychological disorders, and other pathological changes that might cause this condition.

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What is the pulse rate for tachycardia?

Under normal circumstances, each heartbeat of a healthy individual generates one pulse, with the pulse rate being equal to the heart rate. During tachycardia, the pulse rate increases. If the heart rate and pulse rate are not the same, it indicates arrhythmia. This discrepancy between pulse rate and heart rate can be caused by severe arrhythmias, such as ventricular premature beats, atrial premature beats, atrial fibrillation, and significant atrioventricular block. This condition occurs because the strength and speed of heartbeats vary, with some weak heartbeats not being strong enough to be reflected in the pulse, leading to an inconsistency between heartbeats and pulse. This condition requires an electrocardiogram.

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Can people with tachycardia drink coffee?

People with tachycardia are advised not to drink coffee. This is because coffee contains caffeine, which can stimulate the sympathetic nervous system and increase heart rate. This is especially true for individuals with coronary heart disease, mental disorders, viral myocarditis, and rheumatic heart disease, who also experience tachycardia and should avoid coffee. Drinking coffee can lead to increased heart rate and additional burden on the heart, posing significant risks to the body. Patients with organic heart disease should generally consume less spicy, stimulating, and exciting foods to avoid increasing the heart's burden.