The broken heart syndrome ( Takotsubo syndrome)

in healthcare •  2 years ago 

Broken heart syndrome, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a temporary heart condition that is often caused by a stressful or emotional event.

Causes:

The exact cause of broken heart syndrome is unknown, but it is often triggered by emotional or physical stress, such as the loss of a loved one, a breakup, a job loss, a car accident, or a natural disaster.

Symptoms:

Chest pain that feels like a heart attack
Shortness of breath
Weakness or fatigue
Rapid or irregular heartbeat
Lowered blood pressure
Nausea or vomiting
Sweating
Fainting

Treatment:
The treatment for broken heart syndrome is similar to that of a heart attack and heart failure, which includes hospitalization, medications to reduce blood pressure and relieve pain, and oxygen therapy if needed.
Most people recover from broken heart syndrome within a few weeks or months, with no long-term damage to the heart.
It is also important to manage and reduce stress through therapy, meditation, or other relaxation techniques to prevent the recurrence of broken heart syndrome.

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