Medical Conditions - Sick Sinus Syndrome

Sick sinus syndrome is a disorder of the natural pacemaker of the heart leading to abnormal heart rate. Coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation, hypothyroidism, etc., are the cause of sick sinus syndrome. Dizziness, fainting, heart palpitations, chest pain, etc., are the symptoms of this condition. Artificial pacemaker placement, medications, etc., are the treatment for sick sinus syndrome.