Is junctional tachycardia serious?

Dec 20, 2021 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My mother-in-law is now elderly and has experienced some tachycardia. Is junctional tachycardia serious?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Kou Linlin
This condition is generally assessed based on heart rate. If the heart rate is not markedly elevated and episodes occur infrequently, the condition is typically not severe. However, if episodes occur frequently and are accompanied by a significantly elevated heart rate, the condition may be more serious and requires prompt treatment. It is recommended that you visit the Department of Cardiology at a hospital for further evaluation. Relevant diagnostic tests—including complete blood count (CBC), electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray, echocardiography, and carotid artery ultrasound—should be performed to establish a definitive diagnosis. Subsequently, appropriate medications can be selected under the guidance of a physician.