Sinus breathing arrhythmia
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Sinus breathing arrhythmia is a kind of physiological arrhythmia. It becomes clearly visible if a person is deeply breathing. Her development, she takes with oscillatory movements of tone. When a person begins to breathe intensively, heartbeats become more frequent, and on exhalation become much less frequent. Basically, there is respiratory arrhythmia among adolescents and children. Adults suffer a problem only against the background of an infectious disease.
Causes of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
The causes of sinus respiratory arrhythmia lie in the immaturity of the nervous system. As mentioned above, the problem is most common in children and adolescents. The younger the child's age, the higher the likelihood of developing such episodes.
Infants with postnatal encephalopathy are mainly affected by this influence. Naturally, the risk zone includes premature babies. Rickets in children often leads to a change in the excitability of the nervous system and provokes the development of sinus respiratory arrhythmia.
There is a disease in too full of children. This is particularly pronounced when exercising. There may be an arrhythmia during the growth jump. During this period, the vegetative system simply can not keep up with all the changes and adjust to the new demands of the growing organism. All age changes can be accompanied by respiratory arrhythmia. Once the vegetative system begins to mature, the risk of the disease is significantly reduced.
Symptoms of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
Symptoms of sinus respiratory arrhythmia are manifested in increased palpitation when performing physical exertion. This is especially pronounced in children. The heart begins to work nervously, perhaps, the appearance of a sensation of "fading". There is a feeling of rapid work of the organ and a sharp stop.
But these are only the most innocuous symptoms. There may be weakness and dizziness. All this is found along with the nervous work of the heart. Over time, there is shortness of breath, a feeling of lack of air. The symptomatology of all is the same. Babies can complain about hard heart work and fatigue. A similar phenomenon occurs in adults and pregnant women. By the way, girls in the period of bearing a child are especially prone to this problem. But, despite this, the disease "affects" mostly children. Strong symptomatology is not observed, so parents can not always notice that the baby has problems. If you have any symptoms, you need to pay attention to it and take your child to a doctor. Particular discomfort does not bring the disease, but, nevertheless, requires its complete elimination.
Sinus respiratory arrhythmia in children
Children often have a problem. In this case, it all depends on the age of the child and how often to diagnose the problem. Therefore, adults rarely suffer from this problem. This situation is due to the fact that the nervous system is not sufficiently mature. As noted above, mainly the problem occurs in premature babies, newborns with increased intracranial pressure, toddlers with increased body weight and suffering from rickets.
Understand that the baby has this disease is not so simple. After all, there is no special symptomatology. Vivid symptoms are typical for a severe degree of the disease. The main cause for concern should be shortness of breath, weakness and decreased activity. If the toddler is old enough, then he may have palpitations and dizziness. In any case, immediately it is worth asking for help in the hospital. If the ECG shows an arrhythmia, parents should definitely take their child to an appointment with a cardiologist. Special examinations will be conducted here, analyzes will be submitted. Eliminating the problem is quite simple. It is enough to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Sinus breathing arrhythmia in adolescents
Sinus breathing arrhythmia in adolescents is not at all surprising. The fact is that until mature, a person forms many systems. So, in particular, the nervous system is still not strong enough. Therefore, any emotional shock can lead to accelerated work of the heart. There is nothing dangerous in this, but it is better to tackle the problem.
Children with excess weight are exposed to the influence of respiratory arrhythmia. Therefore, parents are encouraged to monitor the feeding of their own child. Often, accelerated heartbeat and weakness are associated with the transmitted infectious diseases. There will be a symptom, maybe against rickets. Especially prone to him premature babies. Nothing dangerous in this. Over the years, the problem will go away by itself. It is enough for parents to provide normal living conditions for the child. So, the food should be right and balanced. Work and rest alternate. Naturally, it is necessary to avoid emotional shocks. But, despite the fact that the problem is solved without medication, it is necessary to show the child to the doctor.
Diagnosis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
Diagnosis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia is carried out exclusively in a medical institution. It includes an analysis of the patient's complaints and an anamnesis of the disease itself. A person talks about his feelings and only after that special procedures are carried out. It is necessary to mention the symptoms, the diseases, the way of life, the level of work and life, heredity.
After that, a general examination is carried out, a pulse is felt, and the heart is listened. Due to these manipulations, it is possible to detect typical frequency changes. A similar action applies to the rhythm of the heart. A tapping is performed. This will determine the change in the boundaries of the heart, which is characteristic for the presence of the disease and is the main cause of arrhythmia.
The general indicators of biochemical analysis of blood and urine, as well as analysis of hormonal status are examined. They will help to identify extracardiac causes of sinus arrhythmia (not related to the work of the heart).
ECG data are taken into account, allowing to see the changes characteristic of the disease. Diurnal parameters of ECG are observed. The patient should carry the device throughout the day and keep a diary of his activity. There indicate meals, physical activity, deterioration of well-being, emotional anxiety. It is worthwhile to fix the time of sleep and possible awakenings at night. Then, the ECG and diary data are compared and on the basis of the information received, intermittent cardiac arrhythmias are detected.
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ECG signs
Sinus arrhythmia respiratory at the ecg is fairly pronounced. By itself, the procedure allows you to notice any irregularities in the work of the heart. In general, respiratory arrhythmia is the norm and does not require treatment. But, to calm the soul is everything, and to make a diagnosis. This problem is characterized by a change in heart rate.
Eck is the most accessible study. It is quite simple, but it allows you to get the most accurate information. You can perform the procedure in a hospital, a polyclinic and even an ambulance. It consists in the dynamic recording of electric charge. It is thanks to him that there are contractions of the heart. To evaluate the characteristics of the resulting charge, it is necessary to record the work of several parts of the heart at once. This process involves the use of special electrodes. They are superimposed on different parts of the chest. Based on the findings, changes in the heart are recorded and conclusions are drawn.
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Treatment of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
Treatment of sinus respiratory arrhythmia is prescribed exclusively by the attending physician. Usually it does not represent anything complicated. Drink the course of any medication is not necessary. First of all, the doctor will advise you to go on a diet. It is necessary to bring the daily ration to the right diet. You should limit the intake of fatty and sweet foods. It is better to switch to a large number of fresh fruits and vegetables. A person should not be exposed to the harmful effects of stress. Physical stress should be moderate or completely excluded. A full rest and a lot of vitamins is what you need.
A positive result is provided by acupuncture. Thus, the needles are applied to special sensory points on the human body. Often used and physiotherapy. It includes the effects of electricity, heat and magnetic field on the body. In some cases, psychotherapy helps. These measures are sufficient to completely eliminate the problem. In fact, there are no pills from this disease. Everything is eliminated by maintaining the right way of life.
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Prophylaxis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
Prophylaxis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia consists in the correct observance of the regime of work and rest. It is necessary to eat rationally and in a balanced way. To do this, the diet includes the use of foods with high fiber content. Suitable vegetables, fruits and greens. Completely it is necessary to refuse fried, canned and too hot food. Naturally, the sharp is also prohibited.
It is completely necessary to exclude stressful situations. Constant nervous tension provokes the heart for accelerated work. This can lead to the occurrence of respiratory arrhythmia. If we are talking about adults, we must completely abandon the addictions, in particular smoking and drinking alcohol.
Acceptance of any medicines should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor. Timely diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the heart and other organs to eliminate possible complications. Finally, it is always worthwhile to consult a specialist, when the first symptoms of the disease appear. In this case, no problems are terrible. It is enough just to fulfill all the above rules.
Prognosis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia
The prognosis of sinus respiratory arrhythmia in most cases is positive. Even if you do not pay attention to the problem in time, there will not be serious complications. Naturally, to understand that a person has a disease is not so simple. It is easy to notice any changes in the baby. After all, in the presence of respiratory arrhythmia, the child becomes less mobile, his weakness is manifested and the heart beats faster. Any parent can notice these symptoms.
Difficulties arise with adults. To date, chronic fatigue, depression and other emotional problems are a common problem. Therefore, no one knows the presence of arrhythmia. Common symptoms are more "fatigue at work" and "lack of vitamins." In any case, an unfavorable forecast is unacceptable. If a person observes the symptoms of a disease and consults a doctor in time, everything will be fine. And, in fact, it is possible to cope with the problem independently. It is enough to take care of one's own way of life and nutrition. In this case, the outlook will be favorable.