How does the exacerbation of the course of VSD manifest in a patient?
Exacerbations of the VSD are usually unpredictable and can begin at any time. In this case, the clinical picture can change each time, which significantly complicates the diagnosis. The duration of the condition also varies, from 10 minutes to 6-8 hours. In very rare cases, it lasts several days.
Symptoms of VSD in the exacerbation stage are manifested depending on the type of crisis and on the severity.
There are the following main options:
Sympatho-adrenal crisis is characterized by a significant increase in blood pressure, cardiac pain, tachycardia, pallor, sweating. All this resembles a picture of myocardial infarction;
- Hyperventilation - this form resembles an attack of bronchial asthma - a person does not have enough air, he begins to choke, palpitations appear, cyanosis;
- Vagoinsular - with this option, pressure decreases, shortness of breath, dizziness, severe weakness, dyspeptic disorders may occur. In some cases, fainting is possible;
- Vegetative-vestibular - characterized by fluctuations in blood pressure, dizziness, nausea, vomiting. These symptoms are exacerbated by movement, a sharp change in body posture.
Depending on the severity, three degrees are distinguished:
- Mild - lasts up to 10 minutes, accompanied by smoothed symptoms - mild dizziness, headache, slight weakness or shortness of breath;
- Moderate - the manifestations of the disease are more pronounced, can last for an hour. Characterized by significant tachycardia, sweating, nausea, shortness of breath, pain, depending on the form of the attack;
- Severe - in this case, the symptoms reach great strength, the usual activity becomes impossible. There is severe shortness of breath, pain, fainting. If the exacerbation has reached this degree, you need to call an ambulance.
Sometimes exacerbation of VSD after stress is accompanied by the so-called panic attacks. In this case, a person is seized by an unreasonable feeling of fear, anxiety. If left untreated, such conditions can turn into phobias and other mental disorders.
Features of symptoms in women
VSD symptoms in women are usually more severe and more common. This is due to the peculiarities of the functioning of the female body. Menstruation and pregnancy are predisposing factors. Their immediate cause is the sharp fluctuations in the hormonal background. In this case, in the exacerbation stage, the following symptoms occur:
intense pain in the lower abdomen;
- nausea;
- increased irritability;
- decreased appetite;
- sleep disorders.
- fatigue, weakness.
Dystonia is often confused with PMS, while this is accomplished by different pathologies that require separate treatment. Therefore, when such signs appear, it is necessary to seek the advice of a specialist.
Provocative exacerbation factors
There are a huge number of factors that can cause an exacerbation of vegetative-vascular dystonia:
- a sharp change in the weather;
- emotional stress;
- overwork;
- frequent change of time zones;
- alcohol abuse;
- hormonal imbalance during puberty, pregnancy, and menstruation;
- exacerbation of other chronic diseases.
Seasonality also has an impact on the development of crises. Spring is characterized by general depletion of the body, vitamin deficiency and deficiency of other nutrients. In summer, exacerbations provoke heat, dehydration, in winter and autumn - cold, rainy weather, a bad emotional background and a decrease in immunity.
First aid to the patient
It is quite possible to cope with the treatment of a moderate exacerbation of an attack of VSD on your own. In this case, you can use the following tools:
mild sedatives - of course, only a doctor can prescribe them;
- soothing herbal teas (from mint, lemon balm, chamomile, sage, valerian root);
- herbal preparations (tincture of motherwort, valerian, peony).
- relaxing massage;
- meditation;
- walks in the open air;
- good sleep and nutrition.
More severe attacks may require medical attention. Especially when symptoms such as heart pain, choking, severe dizziness and loss of consciousness occur. In these cases, it is necessary to call an ambulance, since only specialists can deal with the diagnosis and prescribe the correct treatment.
Conclusions
Exacerbation of vegetative-vascular dystonia is one of the most dangerous and unpleasant manifestations of this disease. They are equally common in children and adults. Often, other, more serious conditions are hidden under the guise of this pathology. So don't be careless about this diagnosis.
There are many factors that trigger seizures. Most of them can be controlled, thereby reducing their frequency. Following the doctor's recommendations and maintaining a healthy lifestyle significantly improves the well-being of patients.
