How to Treat Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Disease description:
Recently, I have been experiencing frequent insomnia, unexplained nervousness, and a rapid heartbeat. During the day, I feel drowsy and weak, and even slight noises can wake me up—upon waking, my heart races. The doctor diagnosed it as autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Doctor, how should autonomic nervous system dysfunction be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
The treatment methods for autonomic dysfunction mainly include the following aspects:
1. Psychotherapy: Since autonomic dysfunction is often associated with psychological stress and emotional problems, psychotherapy is an important component. Patients can improve their emotions and reduce psychological stress through cognitive therapy, Morita therapy, psychoanalysis, and other approaches.
2. Medication: Depending on the severity of symptoms, doctors may prescribe medications to regulate nerve function, such as oryzanol and vitamin B1. Patients with significant anxiety or depressive symptoms may require antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications, such as sertraline and citalopram. Those experiencing severe insomnia might use sedatives or hypnotic drugs, such as diazepam and alprazolam. However, it should be noted that all medications must be used under a doctor's guidance.
3. Improving lifestyle habits: Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, ensuring sufficient sleep, and avoiding staying up late are important. Additionally, engaging in appropriate physical exercise, such as walking or yoga, can help strengthen the body and regulate nerve function.
4. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) regulation: According to TCM, autonomic dysfunction is related to imbalances in internal organ functions. Therefore, treatments such as acupuncture, massage, and herbal medicine regulation can be used. Acupuncture can stimulate specific points to regulate blood and energy circulation; massage can relieve muscle tension and promote relaxation; and herbal treatment can regulate the body overall.
5. Physical therapies: Physical therapies such as music therapy and biofeedback can also serve as adjunctive treatments to help alleviate symptoms.
If symptoms persist or worsen, timely medical consultation is recommended.
