8. Bradycardia: The Heart’s Slowdown
The heart, that tireless organ, sets the rhythm for life. But in the shadows of NEC, one might observe a peculiar pattern: bradycardia or a slowing down of the heart rate. This drop in rhythm, while seemingly unrelated, offers valuable insights into NEC’s influence.
Delving deeper, the heart rate is not merely a number. It’s the cumulative outcome of various internal signals. In the case of NEC, the released toxins and systemic inflammation can sometimes overwhelm the heart’s normal functioning.
As one visualizes this, the imagery is profound. Imagine a metronome, its pace disturbed, not by an external force, but by subtle changes in its environment. Bradycardia, in the context of NEC, is akin to this altered metronome, its rhythm disrupted by internal challenges.
What makes this even more captivating is the heart’s response to these episodes. Often, the heart, in its resilience, attempts to recalibrate, adjusting its rhythm to find a balance amidst the turmoil.(8)
