Paroxysm

Paroxysm is a sudden, violent outburst or a severe attack. It is often used in the context of health to describe a sudden recurrence or intensification of symptoms, such as a spasm or seizure. This term is most commonly used in the field of medicine and healthcare.

Definition[edit | edit source]

A paroxysm is a sudden, violent outburst or a severe attack. It is often used in the context of health to describe a sudden recurrence or intensification of symptoms, such as a spasm or seizure. This term is most commonly used in the field of medicine and healthcare.

Usage in Medicine[edit | edit source]

In medicine, a paroxysm is a sudden and violent recurrence or intensification of symptoms. This can occur in a variety of medical conditions, including epilepsy, migraine, and asthma. Paroxysms can also occur in infectious diseases such as malaria, where they are often associated with fever and chills.

Paroxysmal Disorders[edit | edit source]

Paroxysmal disorders are conditions that are characterized by sudden, recurrent attacks of distressing symptoms. These can include conditions such as paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.

Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea[edit | edit source]

Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is a condition characterized by sudden, severe shortness of breath that typically occurs at night during sleep.

Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation[edit | edit source]

Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heartbeat that begins and ends suddenly and is often initiated or terminated with a paroxysm.

Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia[edit | edit source]

Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia is a condition characterized by a rapid heart rate that begins and ends suddenly.

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