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Neurosis of the heart is one of the diseases belonging to the group of somatic diseases, the basis of which are psychological factors. In this type of neurosis, we are dealing with an anxiety-based heart disorder. Among the most frequently mentioned causes are mental state disorders that arise from professional or personal failures. They are not the result of heart or circulatory diseases. They occur in people who are accompanied by fear, often unjustified, unrelated to any specific situation.
As a result of permanent, permanent stress, disorders of the nervous system may occur, manifested by heart ailments. This is related to the reduction of the mental resistance of the individual, which ultimately leads to a nervous breakdown.
Neurosis of the heart is an issue on the borderline of psychiatry and psychology. However, the doctor who is the first to make a diagnosis is a general practitioner. This is due to the fact that the symptoms of neurosis are somatic. Therefore, any physiological and physical causes of the ailment should be ruled out. Only then can the patient be referred to a psychotherapist who will help in further treatment.
The symptoms of neurosis of the heart can be varied and of varying severity. The most common symptoms of the disease include:
— beating and palpitations, accompanied by pain in the chest, in the area of the heart
— chest pain, especially in the pericardial region; during an attack, weakness, dizziness and increasing anxiety are possible
– weakness
– mental and physical restlessness
— shortness of breath where you cannot take a full breath
– increased sweating
– shaking
– feeling cold
Treatment
In the case of a diagnosed neurosis of the heart, it is necessary to start psychotherapy. The cause of neurosis of the heart lies in the human psyche, therefore the source of the problem should be found in the patient’s psyche. Otherwise, improvement of health is not possible. Effective treatment may take up to several months. However, it is essential in combating the underlying causes of neurosis. Psychotherapy should be individually tailored to the patient’s needs. An important factor is the removal of harmful environmental factors. The therapy should be accompanied by a normal lifestyle based on an adequate amount of sleep and physical activity. At the same time, it is worth limiting stimulants in everyday life and stress accompanying everyday activities. Life in a hurry definitely negatively affects the condition of the nervous system.
In addition, in the prevention of attacks, it is worth supporting a diet rich in vitamins of group B, Din magnesium, sodium and potassium. Anxiety neurosis is not directly fatal. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems. At the same time, when neurosis causes intensified symptoms, therapy with anxiolytics and sedatives should be supported.