- Male
- 18 Years
- 23/01/2025
I'm a bit concerned because when I place my hand on my chest, I can't feel my heartbeat. However, I can easily feel my pulse in the veins of my hand when I'm sitting quietly. Is this something normal, or should I be worried?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Viral fever concerns:
Common symptoms:
- Fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- Sore throat
Not all viral infections have:
- Running nose
- Cough
Your experience:
- Fever
- Chills
- Sweating (paracetamol-related)
- Normal blood tests
Doctor's concerns:
- Platelet count monitoring (potential viral-related thrombocytopenia)
- Ruling out other conditions (e.g., dengue, malaria)
Follow-up:
- Return to the hospital in 2 days for platelet count check
- Monitor symptoms:
- Fever persistence
- Severe headache
- Difficulty breathing
- Abdominal pain
General advice:
- Stay hydrated
- Rest
- Paracetamol or doctor-recommended medication for fever management
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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