Cardiology Q&A - Page 17

Sudden increase in heart rate? Hello Doctor, in August this year, I woke up feeling chest tightness. On my way to work, my heart suddenly raced to about 150 beats per minute, accompanied by dizziness and difficulty breathing, lasting for about an hour. I went to the hospital wher...

Atrial fibrillation Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing palpitations for some time. I underwent a 24-hour Holter monitor, and the physician mentioned that there were only very few atrial premature contractions. However, a few nights ago, the sensation of palpitations was more ...

Continuation of questions regarding atrial fibrillation? Hello Doctor, I am the gentleman who previously inquired about atrial fibrillation. Thank you for your response. I have a few more questions to ask: 1. In the ECG from 11 to 15 seconds, the heart rhythm seems unstable. If...

Skipped heartbeat I apologize for bothering you, but I have previously asked you many questions about premature ventricular contractions (PVCs). They improved for a while, but recently, the frequency has suddenly increased a lot. Sometimes, even taking half a dose of antiarrhythm...

Continuation of questions regarding atrial fibrillation? Hello Doctor, I am the gentleman who previously inquired about atrial fibrillation. Thank you for your response. I have a few more questions to ask: 1. In the ECG from 11 to 15 seconds, the heart rhythm seems unstable. If t...

When blood pressure drops during dialysis, resulting in a decrease in heart rate, how should it be managed? Hello, doctor. I have been a dialysis patient for over a year and have hypertension, diabetes, and coronary artery disease, along with mild arrhythmia. Last year, I underwe...

Could dizziness be a sign of angina? My mother is in her 80s and often experiences dizziness. She has visited a family medicine clinic and underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG) test, which came back normal. Does this mean she does not have angina?

Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT) Hello Director He: I have had arrhythmia issues since elementary school, and at the age of 21, a doctor diagnosed me with paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. However, it does not occur frequently; from elementary school until no...

Sinoatrial block Hello, doctor. My mother recently experienced chest tightness, palpitations, headaches, hand tremors, and facial flushing, prompting her to seek medical attention. She underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG), a stress test, and an echocardiogram, all of which showed...

Arrhythmia, panic, shortness of breath? Hello, I have been experiencing frequent shortness of breath, fatigue, and difficulty breathing, even while talking. I underwent pulmonary function tests (Pre-bronchodilator) which showed: FVC: 2.71L, 97%; FEV1: 2.11L, 87%; FEV1/FVC: 77%; M...

Electrocardiogram Issues Ordering Physician: Doctor, I had an electrocardiogram (ECG) done in the cardiology department, but the physician did not mention any abnormalities in the ECG. I have a history of arrhythmia, incomplete right bundle branch block, and right atrial enlargem...

Electrosurgical failure I have undergone electrocautery twice, but the issue has recurred after some time. My body cannot withstand a third surgery. Can I apply for a major disability card and a disability handbook?

During dialysis, when blood pressure drops, the heart rate also decreases? Hello, Doctor. I have been a dialysis patient for over a year and have hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with mild arrhythmia. Last year, I underwent a cardiac catheterizatio...

Valve issues Hello doctor, I have mild aortic regurgitation, mild mitral regurgitation, and very mild tricuspid regurgitation. I also previously suffered from panic disorder (currently stable for a year, with only 2-3 mild episodes). This was from an examination two years ago. Th...

Atrial fibrillation Hello doctor, I have been experiencing palpitations for a long time. I underwent a 24-hour Holter monitor test, and the physician mentioned that there were only a very few atrial premature contractions. However, a few nights ago, the sensation of palpitations ...

Strong heartbeat? Hello, Doctor He: Over the past year, I have occasionally felt my heart beating more forcefully, and I can sense the vibrations in places other than just my left chest. Last Saturday night, I went out drinking with friends and consumed quite a bit. The next day,...

Panic disorder can lead to palpitations and rapid heart rate? I would like to inquire about my suitability for flying, given my medical history. I have a pre-existing condition of arrhythmia, which has recently escalated to sudden episodes of tachycardia, shortness of breath, whe...

Dear Doctor: Can a person with a pacemaker use an ultrasonic toothbrush? Summary: When I was a child, I experienced fever, arrhythmia, and frequent cold sweats, which led my family to take me to the cardiology department at National Taiwan University Hospital. The doctor explaine...

Atrial fibrillation Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing palpitations for a long time. I underwent a 24-hour Holter monitor, and the physician mentioned that there were only a very few atrial premature contractions. However, a few nights ago, the sensation of palpitations was m...

CPK (Creatine Phosphokinase) & LDH (Lactate Hello Doctor, in my health check report dated October 24th, my CPK level was as high as 418, and my LDH level was slightly elevated at 215. I would like to ask which part of my body I should pay attention to. Should I go to the hosp...