Why does heart rate decrease after drinking alcohol, and what should be done?
Jun 02, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
A decreased heart rate after drinking alcohol may be caused by factors such as alcohol stimulation, pericarditis, or myocarditis, and can be improved through general treatments or medication. It might also result from conditions like cor pulmonale, acute coronary syndrome, or acute myocardial infarction. If physical discomfort occurs after drinking, prompt medical attention should be sought and appropriate treatment measures taken.
Bradycardia after drinking alcohol may be caused by factors such as alcohol stimulation, pericarditis, or myocarditis. It can be improved through general management and medication. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Alcohol Stimulation
Alcohol can enter the heart and vascular system via the bloodstream, affecting normal cardiac function and cardiovascular stability, thereby leading to a decreased heart rate. It is important to avoid excessive alcohol consumption in daily life to prevent adverse effects on health.
2. Pericarditis
Pericarditis is a common heart condition. Localized lesions increase the workload on the heart during contraction, resulting in changes in heart rate. Patients may take medications such as enteric-coated aspirin tablets or ethambutol hydrochloride tablets under medical guidance to relieve symptoms.
3. Myocarditis
Myocarditis can easily cause damage and death of myocardial cells, leading to relaxation of the heart muscle, reduced cardiac function, and consequently bradycardia. Patients may be treated with medications such as metoprolol succinate sustained-release tablets or bisoprolol fumarate tablets under a doctor's supervision.
Besides the above causes, bradycardia may also result from conditions such as pulmonary heart disease, acute coronary syndrome, or acute myocardial infarction. If physical discomfort occurs after drinking, prompt medical attention is recommended for comprehensive physical examination and relevant tests to determine the underlying cause and initiate appropriate treatment.
