Tachycardia Heart Disease
January 30, 2009 by jody
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
A healthy heart will beat 60 to 100 times a minute, anything over that is considered Tachycardia.
When you experience rapid heartbeats it is always wise to consult your health care provider. In some cases tachycardia isn’t considered a threat, while others are life threatening.
If you are diagnosed with recurring tachycardia, your health care provider will recommend the treatment suited to your specific needs. According to the severity of the tachycardia open heart surgery may be needed.
During an attack of tachycardia the heart is pumping at such a high rate, that the blood is not getting to the rest of your body. When the attack happens it deprives organs and tissues of oxygen.
Some symptoms of a tachycardia attack are as follows.
- Lightheadedness
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness
- Rapid heart beat
- Chest pain
- Blackouts
- Visual problems
- Fainting
You will find more information on the subject by clicking here. Tachycardia
