Excessive Heartbeat, Jessica Iskandar Suspected to Suffer from Hyperthyroidism Causing Tachycardia

Kapanlagi.com - When she found out that her heartbeat was not normal, Jessica Iskandar immediately underwent an examination. Initially, she was suspected of having Tachycardia, which is a disorder of excessive heartbeat even when relaxed or just waking up.

Jedar's examination process was carried out by several doctors to determine her disease. She recorded all the processes in a video that was later uploaded to her YouTube channel.

After undergoing several lab tests, Jedar consulted with Dr. Indra. This endocrinologist doctor then read out Jedar's lab results, which turned out to show that her thyroid hormone levels were above normal.

1. Hyperthyroid

© YouTube/Jessica Iskandar

Jedar also asked what are the effects of excess thyroid hormone on herself. The doctor then explained that there are two possibilities for someone experiencing this. First, because of an autoimmune condition, and second, because of inflammation.

"The effects are palpitations, irregular menstrual cycles, and hair loss. The thyroid regulates all of that. We need to control it so that it doesn't become swollen. Later, we will do an ultrasound to evaluate its size," said Dr. Indra.

"It's not a tumor, right?" asked Erick Iskandar, who accompanied his sister to the doctor.

"No. Whether it's a tumor or not, we can see it from the ultrasound. But so far, it doesn't seem to be pointing towards a tumor," answered Dr. Indra.

2. Triggers of Excess Thyroid Hormone

She then asked Jedar to take medication and undergo a series of tests to determine the cause of her high thyroid hormone. After the tests, further steps will be taken for treatment.

"What is the actual trigger? If it's positive for autoimmune, if it's negative for inflammation? What is the cause?" asked Jedar.

"Like eating fried foods, and the like. Most of the time, it's more common in women than men," answered the doctor.

3. Check with a Cardiologist

© YouTube/Jessica Iskandar

From an endocrinologist, Jedar continued his examination with a cardiologist. As soon as the consultation began, he immediately revealed that his heart recording results were above average.

"I've also had an EKG done, it was really fast. When I woke up, it was already 102. But earlier it was 95. It's fast, pounding, maybe from January - February," said Jedar.

"The thyroid levels are high. In patients with hyperthyroidism, the symptom is usually a resting heart rate above 100. Normally, when sleeping, it should be around 50-40. Sleep, that is. The normal range is 60-100. But a lower resting heart rate is better. So there is research that shows if the resting heart rate is low, the life expectancy is higher. It's visible when it's monitored," answered the doctor.

"Is it dangerous, doctor?" Jedar asked.

"Sometimes, if left untreated, it can become irregular and more dangerous. But from what I saw, it's still regular," the doctor answered.

4. Wait for the Next Lab Results

The doctor asked Jedar to undergo additional tests with a heart ultrasound (USG) to see the results. The doctor suspects that the excessive heartbeat experienced by Jedar is likely due to an excess of thyroid hormones as previously mentioned by the doctor.

"Thyroid hormones have receptors in the heart, so if there is an excess, the heart works excessively. If the thyroid hormone levels are close to normal, the heart can return to normal," said the doctor.

"Is tachycardia dangerous, doctor?" asked Jedar.

"If tachycardia is not treated for a long time, it can be dangerous. The heart can become weak and tired. It's like a car that keeps accelerating without brakes. So, medication will be given," he concluded.

Jedar immediately underwent the requested tests by the doctor. However, she has not yet received the results of the examination and asks for prayers for a speedy recovery.

(kpl/phi)