How long will it take for tachycardia to get better?

Written by Di Zhi Yong
Cardiology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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If a patient experiences this kind of tachycardia, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, preferably conducting an electrocardiogram, as this can further clarify the diagnosis.

Simple tachycardia does not require special treatment, as early-stage tachycardia can heal on its own or improve gradually. In terms of diet, it is still recommended that patients adhere to a light diet, particularly avoiding spicy and stimulating foods. If a patient experiences this kind of rapid heartbeat, they can use some medications to control the ventricular rate, thereby improving the symptoms.

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How many beats per minute is considered tachycardia?

Tachycardia refers to the phenomenon where the heartbeat exceeds 100 beats per minute. From a medical perspective, this can be classified into various types of tachycardia including sinus tachycardia, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, among others. If one experiences such symptoms, it is crucial to visit a hospital for proper checks. An electrocardiogram (ECG) should be done to determine the specific type of tachycardia. Additionally, a complete blood count should be performed to check for anemia that might be causing tachycardia. Thyroid function tests including TSH, T3, and T4 should be conducted to rule out hyperthyroidism as a possible cause. Also, an echocardiogram should be done to check for any structural heart diseases that might lead to tachycardia.

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What should I do about tachycardia?

When tachycardia occurs, it is important to actively identify the cause of the tachycardia and actively treat the underlying disease causing the tachycardia. If it is caused by heart failure, it is essential to actively provide anti-heart failure treatment to control the heart failure. Once the heart failure is stabilized, long-term administration of beta-blockers should be given to effectively control the heart rate. In cases of rapid arrhythmias, anti-arrhythmic drugs should be administered timely. If arrhythmias recur frequently and there are indications, radiofrequency ablation surgery can be performed. Patients with hyperthyroidism should be treated to reduce the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones, bringing them back to normal levels. If the tachycardia arises from mental stress, emotional fluctuations, or exercise, no special treatment is necessary. It only requires stabilization of the tense emotions, relaxation, and proper rest; the heart rate will quickly return to normal.

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Why does tachycardia always cause hiccups?

If the patient experiences tachycardia accompanied by hiccuping, it may indicate an early-stage digestive system disorder. It is recommended for the patient to consume a light diet, eat smaller, more frequent meals, especially avoiding spicy and irritating foods, and to regularly undergo gastroscopy. Care should be taken with consuming spicy and irritating foods, and it is also advisable to regularly undergo electrocardiogram (ECG) check-ups at the hospital. Sometimes, the ECG may show signs of angina or myocardial ischemia, which can lead to excessive secretion of stomach acid and subsequently cause hiccuping. Additionally, a gastroscopy should be done to further clarify the diagnosis.

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Can someone with tachycardia do heavy work?

If the patient experiences tachycardia, it is recommended that the patient avoid strenuous physical labor, as engaging in heavy physical activity at this time may increase the cardiac load, further exacerbating myocardial ischemia, leading to an increase in myocardial oxygen consumption. When this condition occurs, it is important to rest and not engage in heavy physical labor. It is also advisable for the patient to visit a hospital to have an electrocardiogram (ECG) checked to rule out coronary heart disease and arrhythmias that may be causing the sinus tachycardia, as sometimes this condition needs to be managed. If the heart rate is too fast, it may sometimes worsen symptoms of heart palpitations.

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Is tachycardia related to being overweight?

Tachycardia generally has no relation to obesity. Clinically, tachycardia can be categorized into sinus tachycardia, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, and other types, none of which have a definitive relation to obesity. There are many causes of tachycardia, such as fever, hyperthyroidism, and anemia. Additionally, certain structural heart diseases and pulmonary diseases can also lead to tachycardia. While obesity itself introduces a range of issues like hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and other metabolic abnormalities, which might affect the heart rate, this impact is usually not severe.