Understanding Chest Pain and Rapid Heartbeat: When to Seek Cardiac Care
Chest tightness, rapid heartbeat, and a feeling of pressure? I am a heavy worker, 29 years old, married with children. In the past, I have experienced occasional chest tightness and rapid heartbeats, but these episodes were brief. However, in the past few days, the frequency of t...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: Please visit the cardiology outpatient clinic for medical care. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Rapid Heartbeat: When to Seek Cardiac Care
Understanding Hospital Procedures and Family Concerns in Cardiology Care
Examination Process and Important Considerations for Family Members Hello Doctor: Recently, my father experienced two sudden episodes of severe chest pain and went to the hospital for examination. He was normal when not experiencing pain, but when it occurred, it was very intense...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: The current possible diagnosis is angina pectoris caused by coronary artery disease, with symptoms of chest pain. Generally, it is treated with medication. If the condition is stable, it can be managed with outpatient medication. However, if the condition is unstable, furt...[Read More] Understanding Hospital Procedures and Family Concerns in Cardiology Care
Understanding Chest Tightness: When to Seek Heart Health Evaluation
Chest tightness Hello Doctor: I often feel a tightness and pain in my chest, which feels like being squeezed (sometimes it's intermittent, but other times it lasts for a long time). During my last health check at school, my heart rate was between 110 and 120 beats per minute...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: A normal heart rate ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute; however, it can exceed 100 beats per minute during periods of stress or anxiety. If the heart rate is greater than 100 beats per minute while at rest, it is important to consider conditions such as anemia or hyper...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: When to Seek Heart Health Evaluation
Seeking Evening Cardiology Appointments: Patient Inquiry
Outpatient clinic Hello Doctor, I am your patient, but due to my current work schedule, I am unable to make it to your office during your regular consultation hours. I would like to inquire if you have any additional practice locations with evening hours. Please provide me with...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: I am available for outpatient consultations at Taipei City Hospital every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday morning, and every Thursday afternoon, as well as at National Taiwan University Hospital every Thursday morning. There are no other available consultation times. From t...[Read More] Seeking Evening Cardiology Appointments: Patient Inquiry
Understanding Dizziness, Heart Pain, and Breathing Issues: A Cardiovascular Perspective
Dizziness, nystagmus, mild chest pain, and shortness of breath? Last October, I woke up one morning and suddenly experienced a spinning sensation, followed by multiple episodes of vomiting. An ENT specialist diagnosed me with "intermittent positional vertigo" and recomm...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: Please seek medical attention as soon as possible, thank you.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Heart Pain, and Breathing Issues: A Cardiovascular Perspective
Is a Heart Rate of 100-115 BPM Normal After 10 Years?
The heart rate is approximately 100 to 115 beats per minute and has been this way for 10 years? Hello Dr. Chen, my father is 64 years old and has a heart rate of over 100 to 115 beats per minute, which has been the case for at least 10 years. He quit smoking 10 years ago after sm...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: A normal heart rate typically ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Please visit a cardiology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Is a Heart Rate of 100-115 BPM Normal After 10 Years?
Understanding Incomplete Right Bundle Branch Block: Causes and Implications
Conduction block Hello, during my recent health check-up, the report regarding the "resting electrocardiogram (EKG)" indicated that there is "slight delay in R wave progression and incomplete right bundle branch block." I would like to understand what this mea...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: The diagnosis from an electrocardiogram (ECG) differs from clinical diagnosis; it must be correlated with clinical findings to make a clinical diagnosis. Therefore, a diagnosis based solely on the ECG cannot constitute a clinical diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Incomplete Right Bundle Branch Block: Causes and Implications
Understanding Heart Conditions: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
I would like to inquire about heart problems..? Based on the information provided, it seems that there may be a hereditary component to the heart disease in your family, particularly with your grandfather having died from a myocardial infarction and your mother also having heart-...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: Based on the information and circumstances you provided, it is not possible to make an accurate assessment immediately. It would be better to visit a hospital for a more detailed examination and treatment. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Heart Conditions: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Cardiologist
Numbness in the hands? If a mother is experiencing hand numbness and a nearby clinic suggests it may be related to heart issues, it would be advisable to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist, which is the internal medicine specialist focused on heart conditions. The numb...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: You can visit a cardiology department to check for the possibility of angina. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Cardiologist
Understanding Irregular Heartbeats: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Arrhythmia Hello Doctor: My mother is 55 years old and slightly overweight. She visited a clinic due to a cold. That morning, she felt some tightness in her chest. The clinic doctor measured her blood pressure and found it to be somewhat elevated, around 150. The doctor mentioned...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
There are many causes of arrhythmia, most of which are due to external stress or anxiety. High blood pressure does not necessarily indicate hypertension; it requires long-term monitoring of blood pressure to determine if it is hypertension.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Heartbeats: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension: Treatment Options and Surgical Risks
Pulmonary hypertension Hello Doctor: My mother experiences shortness of breath and ankle swelling when climbing stairs, so she visited a medical center for evaluation. The doctor diagnosed her with pulmonary hypertension leading to cardiac hypertrophy. Her pulmonary function test...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: If pulmonary hypertension is classified as severe primary pulmonary hypertension, it is more challenging to treat. If it is associated with pulmonary fibrosis, it is also difficult to manage. Medical treatment is considered conservative, and surgical options must be carefu...[Read More] Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension: Treatment Options and Surgical Risks
Understanding Sinus Bradycardia: Symptoms, Risks, and Management Tips
What should be noted regarding bradycardia? I underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG) and had my blood pressure measured because I needed to take an exam. The ECG indicated sinus bradycardia, if I recall correctly. I also have low blood pressure, and my heart rate is 55 beats per mi...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hello: Sinus tachycardia is a relatively less severe arrhythmia in clinical practice, with a normal heart rate typically ranging from 50 to 100 beats per minute, and it currently has no impact.[Read More] Understanding Sinus Bradycardia: Symptoms, Risks, and Management Tips
Understanding CABG Surgery: Insights for Young Patients with Heart Issues
About Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) Surgery Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you some questions regarding heart issues. I apologize if I am bothering you. I am 28 years old with a cholesterol level of 240. There are no heart-related problems in my family (my mother ha...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Coronary artery disease requires long-term medication management and dietary control. Family members should also be attentive and ensure regular health check-ups. The recurrence rate after bypass surgery can be reduced through medication and diet. If symptoms of angina occur, imm...[Read More] Understanding CABG Surgery: Insights for Young Patients with Heart Issues
Sudden Chest Pain While Breathing: Causes and Concerns
Sometimes I experience sudden pain in my left or right chest when I breathe? Sometimes when I sit, I suddenly feel pain in my left or right chest while breathing (it has never hurt on both sides at the same time). I have to take shallower breaths to avoid the pain, and then I can...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Chest pain during breathing may be due to pleuritis, costochondritis, or intercostal nerve inflammation. Most cases are temporary and self-limiting. If it occurs frequently, it is advisable to consult an internal medicine specialist. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Sudden Chest Pain While Breathing: Causes and Concerns
Managing Mild Hypertension with Mitral Valve Prolapse: A Guide
Hypertension and Mitral Valve Prolapse Hello Dr. Chen, About five or six years ago, I sought medical attention due to chest pain, and the doctor discovered that I have mitral valve prolapse. Two years ago, during a cardiac examination at the military hospital, the doctor indicat...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Hypertension and mitral valve prolapse are assessed based on their severity and associated complications, and the positional determination varies accordingly. The specific details must be based on the positional assessment chart. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Managing Mild Hypertension with Mitral Valve Prolapse: A Guide
Understanding Dialysis Access and Its Impact on Ventricular Hypertrophy
The issue of dialysis access and ventricular hypertrophy? I am a patient who is about to undergo dialysis. After having a fistula surgery on my right arm, I have been experiencing occasional sharp pains in my left chest. I need to hold my breath and take deep breaths for relief. ...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Occasional sharp pain in the left chest can sometimes be caused by nerve or muscle inflammation. An electrocardiogram showing left ventricular hypertrophy may not be definitive, and further evaluation with additional tests such as a chest X-ray or echocardiogram is necessary to c...[Read More] Understanding Dialysis Access and Its Impact on Ventricular Hypertrophy
Can I Take Streaatabs Plus Zinc with My Blood Pressure Medications?
Streaatabs Plus Zinc F.C. Tablets 60 tablets per bottle I have high blood pressure, but I take Yiyazheng tablets and Tianle tablets every day, which keeps it well controlled at around 120/80. Can I take Streaatabs Plus Zinc F.C. Tablets 60 tab/bot? Will there be any effects? Than...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Antihypertensive medications do not interact with zinc supplements. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Can I Take Streaatabs Plus Zinc with My Blood Pressure Medications?
Is Your Heart Racing and Hurting? Understanding Irregular Heartbeats
Experiencing heart palpitations accompanied by pain, as well as irregular heart rates, can be concerning. It is important to consult a healthcare professional to evaluate your symptoms and determine if there is an underlying issue that needs to be addressed? Hello, I have recentl...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
The normal heart rate is approximately 60 to 100 beats per minute. However, there are times when one may experience palpitations or irregular heartbeats, which can be due to arrhythmias. Mild arrhythmias typically do not affect physiological function. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Is Your Heart Racing and Hurting? Understanding Irregular Heartbeats
Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Issues related to mitral valve prolapse? Hello Dr. Chen: I am a person with mitral valve prolapse. The doctor said I am only at stage one. I had an examination in February of this year, but since then, I have experienced discomfort at least twelve times... and I have taken medica...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Mitral valve prolapse can sometimes cause chest tightness and pain; however, the primary causes are excessive fatigue, high stress, or excessive tension. Maintaining a relaxed mindset and appropriately managing stress can help reduce discomfort symptoms. Thank you for your questi...[Read More] Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Complete Right Bundle Branch Block and Its Symptoms
The electrocardiogram (ECG) shows symptoms of conduction block? A few days ago, I underwent a health check-up, and the report from the electrocardiogram indicated complete right bundle branch block. I often experience swelling in my left fingers and numbness, and I feel a lack of...
Dr. Chen Guifeng reply Cardiology
Complete right bundle branch block on an electrocardiogram can also occur in normal individuals; it is recommended to first visit a neurology clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Complete Right Bundle Branch Block and Its Symptoms