Sick sinus syndrome (SSS), also known assinus nodedysfunction, describes a group of problems that affect your heart rhythm. It happens when a defect occurs with your sinus node, also known as the sinoatrial node or SA node. Your sinus node controls the pace of your heartbeat. The sinus n...
Complete atrioventricular block occurred in three patients, two of whom had carotid sinus hypersensitivity and one had sick sinus syndrome. Chronic atrial fibrillation occurred in five patients, none of whom required revision of the pacemaker system. Atrial pacing is a satisfactory pacing mode in ...
Another condition that affects the heart conduction system is called sick sinus syndrome (SSS) or sinus node disease. It affects the sinoatrial node and causes the heart to beat slower or faster than normal. It can also contribute to an increased heart rate during exercise. Ion channels, tiny...
What are the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of sick sinus syndrome? What are the signs and symptoms and treatment for drug-related emergencies? Identify the following diseases or conditions from the diagnostic abbreviation: CBS. ...
What are some major complications which may occur if a condition is misdiagnosed or goes undiagnosed not treated properly? What are the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of sick sinus syndrome? Describe a disease or disorder of the urinary system. Include: cause(s), signs...
In some cases, the heart's own pacemaker -- the sinus node -- simply does not generate enough beats per minute, creating low blood pressure and an abnormally slow heartbeat. This is known as sick sinus syndrome. In other patients, only some of the heartbeats that are generated reach the...
You should not use propranolol if you have asthma, very slow heart beats, or a serious heart condition such as "sick sinus syndrome" or "AV block" (unless you have a pacemaker). Babies who weigh less than 4.5 pounds should not be given Hemangeol oral liquid. Is propranolol addictive? Pro...
Sick sinus syndrome and other heart problems due to atrial arrhythmias Cushing reflex (increased intracranial pressure in your skull) How to Lower Your Resting Heart Rate In general, people who are fitter and less stressed are more likely to have a good resting heart rate. A few lifestyle chan...
Most cases of sinusitis are caused by viruses. Even when your sinusitis is bacterial, antibiotics will not ease your symptoms or shorten the duration you are sick. Using antibiotics when they are not necessary will make your body resistant to them in the future. ...
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