Effort Syndrome, Neurocirculatory Dystonia (Effort Syndrome)

Effort Syndrome, also known as Neurocirculatory Dystonia or da Costa's syndrome, is a condition characterized by a person's increased anxiety about the functioning of their own heart and circulatory system.

Main symptoms:

  1. Constant anxiety and fixation on heartbeat, pulse and breathing.

  2. A feeling of shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath, especially during physical activity.

  3. Headaches and dizziness.

  4. Pain in the heart area.

  5. Increased fatigue.

The reasons for the development of the syndrome are not completely clear. It is assumed that it occurs against a background of increased anxiety and hypochondria (obsessive worry about health). A person’s increased attention to the work of the heart and breathing leads to their disturbances, which further increases anxiety.

For treatment, tranquilizers are used, as well as psychotherapy aimed at reducing anxiety and hypochondria. It is important to explain to the patient that the heart and blood vessels are healthy, and the symptoms are caused by an emotional state. An integrated approach allows for lasting improvement.



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