Symptoms and risks of sinus arrhythmia

The most typical clinical symptom in patients with sinus arrhythmia is panic, but also symptoms such as dullness in the precordial region, shortness of breath, sweating, and dizziness may occur. Sinus arrhythmias are abnormal electrical impulses from the sinus node and are among the most common cardiac arrhythmias. Sinus arrhythmia itself does not affect the body; it is only a clinical manifestation. In most cases, it is seen in normal people, especially when they are in a state of exertion, alcohol, coffee, insomnia, etc. However, it can also be seen in pathological conditions, where sinus arrhythmias indicate a possible lack of myocardial blood supply and impaired cardiac drainage, which, if not actively treated, may cause changes in other blood vessels and organs throughout the body. Respiratory sinus arrhythmias are the most common, and the characteristics of the ECG are often related to respiratory movements, with inspiration and expiration corresponding to an acceleration and slowing of the heart rate, respectively, and a return to normal when the breath is held. It is common in adolescents and has no pathological significance. It is a normal physiological phenomenon that will disappear as the patient ages and usually does not require treatment. If sinus arrhythmia is combined with other heart diseases, treatment is needed for the cause and symptoms. Anti-arrhythmic drugs such as propafenone, metoprolol tartrate, amiodarone hydrochloride, verapamil hydrochloride, atropine and epinephrine are often used in clinical practice. Sinus arrhythmias are mostly related to emotions and exercise status, so there is usually no need to be overly anxious. Ensuring regular work and rest, paying attention to a light and nutritious diet, drinking less coffee and strong tea, and quitting smoking and alcohol can reduce the appearance of sinus arrhythmias.