Cardiac dysrhythmia

Cardiac Dysrhythmia

Cardiac dysrhythmia (pronounced: kahr-dee-ak dis-rith-mee-uh), also known as Cardiac Arrhythmia or Heart Rhythm Disorder, is a group of conditions in which the heartbeat is irregular, too fast, or too slow. The term originates from the Greek words "dys" meaning bad or difficult, and "rhythm" meaning flow or rhythm.

Types of Cardiac Dysrhythmia

There are many types of cardiac dysrhythmias. They are generally divided into two categories: Tachycardia (fast heart rate) and Bradycardia (slow heart rate). Some common types of dysrhythmias include:

Causes

Cardiac dysrhythmias can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

Heart Disease
High Blood Pressure
Electrolyte Imbalance
Heart Attack
Certain medications or substances, such as caffeine, alcohol, or drugs

Symptoms

Symptoms of cardiac dysrhythmia can vary greatly depending on the type and severity of the dysrhythmia. Some common symptoms include:

Palpitations (a feeling of the heart racing or fluttering)
Chest Pain
Shortness of Breath
Dizziness or Fainting

Treatment

Treatment for cardiac dysrhythmia depends on the type and severity of the dysrhythmia. Some common treatments include:

Medication
Cardioversion (a procedure that uses electricity to reset the heart's rhythm)
Ablation Therapy (a procedure that uses heat or cold to destroy the area of the heart causing the dysrhythmia)
Pacemaker or Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) implantation

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