How Does PBHRC Diagnose and Evaluate the Severity of Heart Block?

How does PBHRC diagnose and evaluate the severity of heart block?
When the electrical signals that control heartbeat are delayed or totally blocked, the condition is known as heart block. This may result in irregular heartbeats causing symptoms such as exhaustion, weakness, palpitations, fainting or, in extreme cases, major cardiac problems. 
 
In order to stop additional heart damage, early diagnosis and treatment are crucial. The type and severity of heart block are determined at the P Banerji Homoeopathic Research Clinic (PBHRC) by patient evaluation, several pieces of diagnostic equipment and customised treatment plans. 
 

What is the reason for heart block? 

A disturbance in the electrical conduction system of the heart is the primary cause of the heart block. It is essential to understand the causes of heart block since the right treatment and long-term care can be determined by the underlying causes. 
 

Some of the causes of heart block are: 

  • Age-related degeneration: The heart’s conduction system may deteriorate with age, resulting in electrical signals that are either blocked or delayed. It is one of the main causes of heart block in older age. 
  • Heart disorders: The conduction system of the heart is harmed by conditions like myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy and myocarditis. These structural changes are significant causes of heat block that require constant observation.  
  • Congenital defects: Some people have defects in the conduction system from birth. Although less frequent, these are the causes of heart blocks that occur early in life. 
  • Medications: Some medications slow down or stop electrical conductions, such as beta blockers, calcium blockers and antiarrhythmic drugs. Medication side effects are one of the causes of heart block. 
  • Electrolyte imbalances: This is another reason that causes heart block because low levels of potassium, magnesium, and calcium can interfere with electrical conduction. 
  • Additional medical conditions: The causes of heart block also include metabolic abnormalities, autoimmune diseases, thyroid disorders and infections that can disrupt electrical conduction. 

 
Since focused intervention can stop conditions from getting even worse, determining the exact cause of heart block is essential. The underlying causes of heart block can be found through patient evaluation and diagnostic procedures like echocardiography and ECG. 
 

What are the four types of heart blocks? 

Based on the location and degree of the conduction delay, heart blocks are divided into four categories. Understanding the type is crucial because it dictates the line of treatment to be adopted. 
 
The least severe form of conduction disturbance is referred to as first-degree heart block, where electrical signals are delayed but still get to the ventricles. Many patients suffering from this type of heart block are asymptomatic or experience fatigue or palpitations. 
 
Second-degree heart block falls into two types: Mobitz Type I (Wenckebach) and Mobitz Type II. In Mobitz I, the PR interval lengthens, and the next electrical signal is lost, skipping a beat and causing dizziness and palpitations. Mobitz Type II also involves intermittent blocking of electrical signals getting to ventricles, which could lead to complete heart block and cause fainting, fatigue or shortness of breath. The sooner a heart block is detected,  the underlying causes of heart block can be identified and treated. 
 
A third-degree heart block, or complete heart block, occurs when no electrical impulses are transmitted from the atria to the ventricles. The ventricles produce a slower rhythm, which may be inadequate to meet the needs of the rest of the body. Patients frequently describe severe dizziness, fainting, fatigue, and the extreme possibility of sudden cardiac arrest. This type requires immediate medical assessment and appropriate treatment for heart block.
 
A bundle branch block occurs when the electrical impulse is blocked in one of the bundle branches of the heart. Some patients remain asymptomatic, while others experience palpitations or shortness of breath. A bundle branch block often suggests heart disease and is something that needs to be taken into account both in an assessment of the causes of heart block and in planning treatment for heart block.
 

Final Thoughts 

At PBHRC, we offer homoeopathic treatment as an adjunct to traditional measures. Our homoeopathic treatment focuses on the holistic well-being of the patient and support for heart function. The homoeopathic remedies are then determined based on patient symptoms, constitution, and the type of heart block. Homoeopathic remedies can help improve blood flow, support heart health, reduce palpitations, and alleviate related symptoms like tiredness or dizziness.
 

FAQs 
  1. What are the common symptoms of heart block?
     Fatigue, dizziness, chest discomfort, fainting, and irregular heartbeat are the most common symptoms.
  2. Can heart blocks be reversed naturally?
     In some mild cases, heart block caused by medication or electrolyte imbalance can improve once the cause is treated.
  3. How is heart block diagnosed?
     It’s usually diagnosed through ECG, Holter monitoring, and echocardiography to assess the heart’s electrical activity.

 
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