Palpitations for six months without improvement, what should I do?
Disease description:
My father has been experiencing frequent palpitations and anxiety in the first half of the year. Recently, this condition has recurred and has not improved. What should we do since the palpitations have persisted for six months without improvement?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Palpitations lasting for six months without improvement may be caused by various factors, such as unhealthy lifestyle habits, excessive mental stress, arrhythmia, myocarditis, and others. To improve this condition, the following measures are recommended:
1. Adjust lifestyle habits: Avoid long-term late nights and excessive fatigue, maintain a balance between work and rest, and keep a regular sleep-wake schedule.
2. Increase physical exercise: Activities such as swimming and mountain climbing can help enhance resistance and improve palpitations.
3. Alleviate mental stress: Relieve stress through outdoor walking, meditation, and other methods to maintain a pleasant mood.
4. Seek medical examination: If palpitations persist, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention to determine the underlying cause through tests such as electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiography, and receive targeted treatment.
