Sinus tachycardia in children

Sinus tachycardia Tachycardia - the body to the limit?   - Increase in heart rate from 90 to 150-180 beats per minute while maintaining the proper sinus rhythm. Sinus tachycardia is caused by an increase in the basic pacemaker automaticity - the sinoatrial node.

The emergence of sinus tachycardia in children contributes to a number of factors, including anxiety and stress. In most cases, this state of little concern about the child and extends over time without medical intervention.

Cause of the disease

Sinus tachycardia is usually caused by stress How to beat stress? Create an oasis   or emotional or physical stress. The most common factors contributing to the development of sinus tachycardia include anxiety Anxiety - how to distinguish normal from disease?   and anxiety, dehydration and stress due to exercise. Heart palpitations due to sinus tachycardia occurs when the frequency of broken generate electrical impulses of the sinoatrial node.

If you violate the synchronization of the sinoatrial node of the heart and heart rhythm disturbances occur (arrhythmia), known as sinus tachycardia. This condition is usually worse with the passage of time, and then passes.

Symptoms

Heart palpitations - one of the most common symptoms of sinus tachycardia. Children suffering from sinus tachycardia, may also experience dizziness and weakness. Heart palpitations occur when the heart rate is increased to such an extent that the heart does not have time to pump blood. Children with sinus tachycardia may also complain of fatigue. In some children, sinus tachycardia can occur completely asymptomatic.

Diagnostics

Various arrhythmias, such as sinus tachycardia Sinus tachycardia: a violation of the heart It can be detected in various ways. One of the most common methods of diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmias is electrocardiography (ECG). This method is used for monitoring heart activity. Before the passage of ECG child may be asked to run on a treadmill to see how the heart responds to stress. To monitor the work of the heart is also used Holter monitor. A child wears a Holter monitor for yourself throughout the day. This allows the physician to see how the heart in normal conditions for a long period of time.

Treatment

Many children sinus tachycardia runs itself. Sinus tachycardia can be caused by some underlying diseases, such as anemia or thyroid problems. With appropriate treatment of the underlying disease sinus tachycardia disappears and the baby's heart rate to normal. In some cases medical treatment prescribed by a doctor.

Children often complain of abdominal pain. The reason may be as appendicitis and constipation, infection, food poisoning, or muscle tension. Stress can also cause abdominal pain.

Often the pain goes away after a few hours without treatment. Parents do not always go to the doctor, and if they do so, establish the cause of the pain can be difficult. Over time, the reasons may become more apparent, and then you can start treatment.

The most common causes of abdominal pain in children:

• Eating Disorders - constipation, colic, intestinal irritation.
• Infections - gastroenteritis, infections of the kidneys and bladder, as well as infection of other parts of the body
• Problems related to nutrition - overeating, food poisoning Food poisoning: how to avoid becoming a victim of its own stomach   or food allergies
• Violations that are not related directly to the abdominal cavity - migraine, severe muscle tension.
• The pain associated with disorders that require surgery, such as appendicitis or intestinal obstruction
• Recurring pain can occur in girls before menarche
• Poisoning, such as certain insects bites, ingestion of soap and other chemicals

Recurring pain in the stomach

If your child often complains of abdominal pain, be sure to show it to the doctor. Often these pains occur in children who regularly suffer severe stress How to beat stress? Create an oasis . Try to find out how he formed relationships with classmates and teachers - not only start a conversation in the form of interrogation, it may make him withdraw into himself that seriously aggravate the problem. Objectively evaluate the atmosphere that reigns in your home - psychological discomfort is often manifested in the form of somatic symptoms.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis - one of the common causes of abdominal pain Causes of abdominal pain   in children; this disease require surgery. The appendix - a small appendage of the cecum, which can become clogged, causing inflammation. It can occur at any age; Appendicitis in young children is relatively rare.

The first sign of appendicitis is usually weak or moderate abdominal pain, which gradually moves down and right. Touch the belly at the same time can be very unpleasant. Among other symptoms of appendicitis - fever, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea.

If you suspect that your child has appendicitis, as quickly as possible go with him a medical examination. In some cases treatment without surgery, but often requires removal of the appendix.

For acute pain in the right abdomen that do not disappear within a few hours, particularly if the temperature rises, immediately call an ambulance.

To make an accurate diagnosis, do a blood test, urine examination using X-rays, sometimes - more complex tests.

How to help your child at home

If abdominal pain Abdominal pain: Types and Symptoms   not associated with any disease, remember a few simple tips that can help improve the well-being of the child:

• Make sure your child enough rest
• Make sure that he was drinking enough fluids
• Do not force your child to eat when he had a stomach ache
• If your child complains of pain, put a heating pad on his stomach or a bottle of warm water. This simple tool often brings relief in 10-15 minutes
• If this does not work, give your child paracetamol. Do not forget about proper dosage for children. Giving your child aspirin is not recommended.

Emergency medical help is needed if abdominal pain is accompanied by the following symptoms:

• Fever or chills
• Pallor, sweating
• Vomiting, which does not stop for several hours
• The child refuses to eat and drink
• Vomiting blood
• Stool blood
• Skin rash