Guide To Respiratory Alkalosis Symptoms

Heart Palpitations

Heart palpitations are not uncommon when respiratory alkalosis happens, and they are a sign of a panic attack or an anxiety attack. While there are other issues that might cause respiratory alkalosis, this is one of the most common. The patient's heart beats faster, and their breath is short. They feel lightheaded and dizzy, and as if they cannot control their breathing. The longer an individual's breath is short and they struggle trying to make it stop, the more likely they are to experience heart palpitations that might feel as if they are being brought on by panic. Medical professionals agree this can be combated by breathing into a paper bag. Individuals should exhale into the bag, and then breathe it back in almost immediately. They should continue to do this as long as it takes to feel like they can breathe more carefully. Patients will notice their head starts to settle down, their heart doesn’t feel as if it is racing, and they're able to calm down. Patients should still see a medical professional, but this can help them calm down faster.

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