Sick sinus syndrome is a condition wherein the heart's natural pacemaker becomes damaged and cannot generate normal heartbeats at the normal rate. You will find this natural pacemaker in the upper right heart chamber (right atrium) of the heart. The main and visible symptoms of sick sinus syndrome are dizziness, weariness, palpitations, and fainting.
What are the Symptoms of Sick Sinus Syndrome?
Most individuals with sick sinus syndrome experience little or no symptoms. You will have a tough time detecting the symptoms as they can be moderate or unstable. The common sick sinus symptoms include feelings of rapid, fluttering heartbeats, also called palpitations. When palpitations occur, the patient becomes restless, and it is best to make them lie down. Chest pain or acute discomfort in the chest region is another symptom of this condition. Again, a patient may start feeling confused or disoriented, showing signs of restlessness.
Other visible symptoms of sick sinus syndrome include feeling dizzy or light-headed, fainting or almost fainting, chronic fatigue, inadequate breathing, and a slowdown in the pulse rate (bradycardia).
Conclusion
Early detection and treatment of sick sinus syndrome are critical for improving patients' standard of life. Accessible healthcare, supported by adequate health insurance coverage, enables patients to seek medical attention quickly, undergo essential diagnostic tests, and receive specialised treatments.