Most of us ignore momentary heart “stumbles,” blaming them on stress or too much coffee. However, if you live in Maspeth and regularly experience palpitations, it may be a sign that your heart’s electrical system needs repair. As a patient, you need to know when simple rest is not enough.
What is the difference between a cardiologist and an electrophysiologist?
A regular cardiologist is your heart’s plumber – they check the pipes (arteries). An electrophysiologist, such as Dr. Budzikowski, is an electrician. They deal with the impulses that control the rhythm. This is a key difference when diagnosing fainting and sudden heart rate acceleration.
Concerning symptoms – a checklist
Pay attention to these situations:
- Sudden “fluttering” in the chest without physical exertion.
- Fainting or pre-fainting states – sudden loss of consciousness is a red flag.
- Shortness of breath when climbing to the first floor, despite not being overweight.
- Irregular pulse that you can feel on your wrist.
Modern treatment methods available locally
Medicine has advanced. Today, many arrhythmias are treated with procedures, not just medication.
- Ablation: Precise burning or freezing of areas in the heart that cause a “short circuit.”
- CCM (Cardiac Contractility Modulation): New technology for people with heart failure, strengthening the force of contraction without changing the rhythm.
- CardioMEMS: A miniature sensor that monitors pressure in the pulmonary artery and sends data to the doctor remotely.
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