Question
My child has premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), with up to 30,000 per 24 hours, ranging from 69 to 171 times per minute, and has been experiencing these for about a month. How should we treat this condition?
Answer
Based on your description, has the child had a history of colds or vomiting recently? It is recommended to perform complete blood counts, cardiac enzymes, and liver function tests to determine the cause of the PVCs, allowing for more targeted treatment. It is important to identify the type of PVCs. Typically, such a high frequency of PVCs can be treated in the clinic with oral pacifiers, avoiding strenuous exercise, and performing a 24-hour ambulatory electrocardiogram.