Why does tachycardia occur during pregnancy?
A rapid heartbeat is a result ofthat the cardiovascular system is overloaded. In the early stages, tachycardia appears rarely, mainly after physical activity or stress. Sometimes the cause is a hormonal imbalance, which restructures the functioning of the woman's entire body.When pregnancy from tachycardia rescues a dream Photo: Getty The longer the pregnancy lasts, the more often there is a tachycardia. The grown fetus shifts the natural position of the heart, and it starts to work with a slight deviation from the norm. In addition, that through the blood to the child received oxygen, the whole cardiovascular system is actively working. Other prerequisites for tachycardia:
- chronic and inflammatory diseases;
- increased body temperature;
- anemia;
- excess weight;
- stress;
- dehydration;
- bad habits.
These factors not only worsen the work of the heart, but are harmful to the entire body of a pregnant woman.
Symptoms of tachycardia
Before you think about what to do with tachycardia duringduring pregnancy, you should understand the symptoms of the disease. If the heart rate per minute exceeds 120, it is time to sound the alarm. Short-term tachycardia is not dangerous to health, but sometimes it is accompanied by additional symptoms:
- nausea;
- dizziness;
- trembling in the body;
- chills;
- intermittent heartbeats;
- sense of anxiety.
Any of the symptoms suggests that you need to see a doctor.
How to cope with tachycardia during pregnancy?
If you feel your heart racing,try to relax. Take a comfortable position, close your eyes, or better yet, sleep. For prevention purposes, avoid stress, listen to calm music, and walk in the fresh air. Take vitamins as prescribed by your doctor, and eat fruits, vegetables, and cereals. Avoid fatty, smoked, and overly salty foods. If tachycardia occurs occasionally, it is safe. However, if your heart rate increases systematically, or if it is accompanied by additional symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. If your pulse exceeds 140 beats per minute, it is better not to wait, but call an ambulance immediately. Although slight tachycardia is a natural phenomenon during pregnancy, you should not ignore the symptoms. Sometimes they hide other diseases, and if they are not treated in time, a miscarriage or difficult labor may occur.