How to Treat Transient Tachycardia

Transient tachycardia is associated with abnormally rapid heartbeat (over 100 beats a minute) in adults. In children, it is age dependent. The diagnosis of this condition is often upsetting and life changing. As a result, it’s important to seek proper treatment in order to deal successfully with transient tachycardia.

Things You'll Need

• Doctor
• Pharmacist
• Support Group
• Access to Medical Dictionary or Internet

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Instructions

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  Get a second opinion. Like many illnesses, transient tachycardia can be misdiagnosed. As a result, you want to get the opinion from at least three doctors (heart specialists) that you actually have it.

• 2

  Educate yourself about the symptoms of this disease. You need to know the symptoms of transient tachycardia such as palpitations or increased anxiety. It will let you know if you need emergency medical treatment and if your condition is worsening.

• 3

  Seek specific therapy for transient tachycardia. This therapy may include an internal defibrillator or ablation therapy. Talk to your doctor about it and also do a little research. This combo will help you fully understand the benefits of any therapy you receive for your condition and fell more comfortable about it.

• 4

  Find out if any medications are available for transient tachycardia. Most likely, the one your doctor prescribes to you will be related to the source or cause of it. Be sure to find out what the side effects. Also, be sure to find out if your new medications will mix poorly with the old ones. The best way to do this is to ask your pharmacist. It’s a key part of their job.

• 5

  Investigate the underlying source or cause of your transient tachycardia. By understanding it, you will see how to prevent or belay any future incidents. Your doctor is key to this information. It should have been given to you right after the prognosis, but if not, ask.

• 6

  Look for any support groups. Because of the anxiety you might feel knowing you have transient tachycardia, you may want to join a support group. This is especially important in severe cases. Just being able to talk to someone will help you with your condition.

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  Never lose hope. If you are diagnosed with transient tachycardia and it is coupled with several other medical conditions, don’t lose hope. Try to adjust your lifestyle in a way that promotes optimum health so you can live a long, quality life.