Sickboy POP! Goes my heart! (Supraventricular Tachycardia)
Sep 11, 2017
Join the lively discussion about the heart-pounding world of supraventricular tachycardia, where heart rates can shoot up to a staggering 260 bpm. Delight in personal anecdotes that blend humor with the challenges of medical procedures, including catheter insertions and the peculiar sensation of taking adenosine. Experience the surreal moments of hospital visits and the emotional rollercoaster surrounding heart surgery. Amidst the seriousness, there's plenty of laughter and witty banter, making light of the absurdities of navigating health issues.
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Haley's First SVT Episode
- Haley describes her first episode of supraventricular tachycardia during winter ball when her heart raced up to 230 beats per minute for hours.
- She felt chest bubbling and shakiness, but stubbornly went to dance despite feeling unwell.
How SVT Hijacks the Heart
- Supraventricular tachycardia happens when an extra electrical pathway hijacks the heart's normal rhythm causing it to race uncontrollably.
- The heart usually beats 60-80 bpm, but in SVT it can shoot up to over 230 bpm, disrupting normal function.
Adenosine Resets Haley's Heart
- Haley received adenosine via IV to restart her heart from SVT.
- The drug caused her to lose vision and hearing briefly, felt like drinking lye, but successfully slowed her heart.