Heart palpitations in pregnancy

Heart palpitations in pregnancy

Dr. Marwarid Dadres
Dr. Marwarid Dadres
Tehran
Heart palpitations in pregnancy is one of the common symptoms of this period. In this case, it is felt that the heartbeat becomes faster and more intense. In fact, in most cases, heart palpitations in pregnancy are normal and will not cause any special problems. Heart palpitations are common in pregnancy and due to the increase in blood volume in the body and an increase of approximately 3%, 20, 30% of the heart pumps and an increase of 30% of the pregnancy heart. The volume of blood is transferred to the uterus. The greater activity of the heart leads to 10 Up to 20 more beats in It takes minutes.. Factors affecting the occurrence of heart palpitations during pregnancy include the following: ### Increased blood volume in pregnancy The increase in blood volume in pregnant mothers causes heart palpitations during this period, in addition to this, the vessels also become wider to provide more blood to meet the needs of the fetus... ### Anemia and heart palpitations of pregnancy Anemia (low number of red blood cells) is also another common cause of heart palpitations in pregnant mothers.. This complication is caused by blood changes during pregnancy and the increase in the volume of blood fluids causes a decrease in the concentration of red blood cells.. This problem is treated by prescribing anemia drugs... ### Heart palpitations are also the result of stress and anxiety during pregnancy. is, the best solution in this field is to manage stress and keep calm, if needed, you can also benefit from the help of a psychologist or psychiatrist.... ### Hormonal changes and heart palpitations of pregnancy Hormonal changes, among other symptoms observed during pregnancy, changes in different hormones such as estrogen can also cause heart palpitations... ### Dehydration and heart palpitations during pregnancy Dehydration reduces the level of electrolytes in the body, and by reducing the pumping power of the heart, it increases the heart rate and palpitations, so it is necessary to consume enough water and fluids during this period... ### Obesity and heart palpitations in pregnant mothers Overweight and obesity before and during pregnancy cause heart disorders, including increased heart rate during pregnancy.... ### Cardiac arrhythmia and heart rate during pregnancy Cardiac arrhythmia problems such as atrial fibrillation are other effective factors in creating or intensifying heart palpitations during this period.. Other effective factors in causing heart palpitations in pregnant mothers include low blood pressure, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), hyperthyroidism, heart structural problems, consumption of foods containing fat and caffeine.. Does heart palpitations occur during pregnancy? Heart palpitations during pregnancy in most cases do not indicate a special problem and have been reported in many pregnant mothers.. This complication is caused by a 40-50% increase in blood volume compared to the pre-pregnancy period.. As a result, the heart must be more active to complete the growth of the fetus.. Heart palpitations during this period may increase in different conditions or cause an increase in the sinus rate in different cases. Heart in pregnancy In case of increased heart rate during pregnancy or abnormal symptoms, it is necessary to discuss this issue with your doctor as soon as possible. During regular visits of pregnant women, the doctor will check their general health. Leave and do the necessary medical follow-up during pregnancy Heart palpitations in pregnant women are expressed by various symptoms, many people feel fluttering and movement in the chest, irregular heartbeat is one of its other symptoms, so that the person feels that the heart rate increases and decreases for a few seconds or does not beat, the feeling of strong heartbeat is also one of the other symptoms to the extent that one feels a burning sensation in the heart... Sweating is another symptom associated with this... complication... If heart palpitations during pregnancy are not a sign of heart disease or underlying problems, the doctor will help control it by providing care solutions.. In this situation, adequate rest, changing lifestyle and following a healthy diet can be very effective. Abnormalities and severe arrhythmias are the underlying causes of heart palpitations. Other treatments may be used, such as cardioversion, which involves delivering a timed electrical current to the heart to restore its rhythm. Depending on the age of pregnancy and the doctor's diagnosis, drug treatments may also be used to improve heart palpitations during pregnancy. Most of these cases do not require special drug treatment and can be improved only by following some tips and modifying lifestyle.

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