Question 1

I've been having this pain in my left chest right next to my nipple, and at night, my heart feels like it's racing even if something small wakes me up. It's been happening all day, and I'm constantly aware of my heartbeat. Plus, there's this twisting kind of pain in a specific spot on my left arm. Could this be something serious with my heart, or is it possibly something else?

Accepted Answer

a echo may be needed, cardiologist opinion ..

Question 2

I'm a bit concerned about my heart rate during workoutsit climbs over 200 and then drops quickly. My resting heart rate hangs around 75-80. Could this be a sign of something serious?

Accepted Answer

no

Question 3

I'm 25 and went for a full heart check-up. My ECG and echo were both normal, but my first TMT test came back positive even though I didn't feel any pain or issues while exercising. I decided to take the TMT test again just to be sure, and this time i...

Accepted Answer

The initial positive TMT result may be attributed to factors like dehydration, anxiety, or a false positive, especially since you didn't experience any symptoms during exercise and the repeat test came back normal; however, to confirm the absence of any underlying cardiac issues, consider discussing further evaluation with your cardiologist, such as a stress echocardiogram or a cardiac MRI, to rule out any potential concerns.

Question 4

I'm really worried because I was just told I've got a ruptured mitral valve. Is this really serious? What should I be doing to take care of myself with this condition? Would really appreciate some advice on precautions.

Accepted Answer

Mitral valve rupture is a serious condition that can lead to complications if not managed properly. Some precautions you can take include: 1. Follow your doctor's treatment plan and take medications as prescribed. 2. Avoid strenuous physical activities and get plenty of rest. 3. Monitor your symptoms regularly and report any changes to your healthcare provider. 4. Maintain a healthy diet low in sodium and saturated fats. 5. Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption. 6. Stay up to date with regular follow-up appointments with your cardiologist. As for medications, you may be prescribed medications such as Lisinopril (ACE inhibitor) and Furosemide (diuretic) to help manage symptoms and prevent complications.

Question 5

I'm 27 and I'm having some heart palpitations. My ECG results mention 803 sinus tachycardia and 601 T abnormality with a flat T. Can you explain what this means? I'm pretty worried and would really appreciate some clarity.

Accepted Answer

Without any delay visit Cardiologist for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 6

I'm really worried about my dad. About a month ago, he had 2 stents put in, and since then, it's been tough for him. He can't eat much, has a dry cough, and feels weak all the time. Plus, whenever he takes pantoprazole before breakfast, he gets a hea...

Accepted Answer

It sounds like your father may be experiencing side effects from the medication he is taking. The dry cough and weakness could be related to the stents or the medications he is on. The headache after taking pantoprazole could be a side effect of the medication. I would recommend discussing these symptoms with his doctor. In the meantime, he can try taking pantoprazole after breakfast to see if that helps with the headache. Additionally, he can try taking medications like Clopidogrel (Plavix) and Aspirin to prevent blood clots after stent placement.

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