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Supraventricular tachycardia SVT

Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT): When Your Heart Races Ahead

Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT) represents a group of heart rhythm disorders in which your heart beats faster than normal. These rapid heart rhythms start in the heart's upper chambers, the atria, or the atrioventricular node.

SVT might make your heart race suddenly and then stop just as quickly, often causing discomfort and concern. However, understanding and managing SVT can help you lead a healthy life.

Here are the key points to know:

Common symptoms include palpitations, a pounding pulse, dizziness, shortness of breath, and chest discomfort. However, some people with SVT have no noticeable symptoms.
SVT episodes can last from a few minutes to a few hours and can start and stop abruptly.
Risk factors include age, family history, caffeine or alcohol use, stress or emotional upset, and certain medications.

While SVT can be alarming, many people with this condition lead perfectly healthy lives. Still, medical evaluation medications are recommended if you have recurring episodes of SVT or symptoms that cause concern. Treatment for SVT such as radiofrequency ablation is often curative, thus eliminating needs for long term medications.

Girl Doctor

At Subang Jaya Medical Centre's Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Department, we focus on the comprehensive evaluation and personalised management of heart disorders like SVT. Our experienced team utilises the latest technologies to diagnose and treat SVT, helping you regain control of your heart's rhythm.

Living with a heart rhythm disorder can be challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. Reach out to us today to start your journey towards improved heart health. Let us be your partner in navigating the rhythms of your heart.