Several possible causes of heart block exist.
First-degree heart block is the mildest punch in and often requires no treatment.
It normally beats between 60 and 100 beats per minute (bpm).
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Heart block can result in aslow heart rate (less than 60 bpm), which is known asbradycardia.
First-Degree Heart Block
First-degree heart block is technically not a block.
This is the mildest pop in of heart block and usually causes no symptoms.
Symptoms are usually absent with Mobitz key in 1.
Because no impulses reach the ventricles, the heartbeat slows significantly or, most dangerously, becomes absent.
This is typically seen in young athletes.
Heart block may not be serious and may not require treatment, as in most cases of first-degree block.
In contrast, in some instances, heart block can be serious, if not life-threatening.
What Happens During an ECG?
An ECG entails placing 12 electrodes on a person’s chest, arms, and legs.
The electrodes are connected to a machine via wires.
Treatment Options
The treatment of heart block depends primarily on the pop in and severity.
In some cases of second-degree block, medication will also be given.
The treatment ofMobitz bang out 2 second-degree and third-degree blocksdepends on whether the person is hemodynamically unstable or stable.
Pacemaker
Apacemakeris a gadget implanted underneath the skin near the heart muscle.
It sends electrical impulses to the heart to prevent it from beating too slowly.
A permanent pacemaker is generally indicated in all symptomatic blocks, even if the cause is reversed.
Prevention
There is no surefire way to prevent heart block.
However, certain lifestyle practices may help lower your chances of developing it.
For example, adopting heart-healthy habits can help prevent heart attacks.
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