Is My Heart in Trouble? Understanding Symptoms and Blood Pressure Concerns
Is there a problem with the heart? Hello Doctor: I am a 30-year-old male, and for the past few days, I have been experiencing a dull ache in one area of my heart. I noticed that my blood pressure is around 130/90 every time I donate blood, and my face often appears flushed. Addit...
Dr. Huang Guosheng Reply:
Hello: A blood pressure reading of less than 140/90 is considered normal, but blood pressure can fluctuate due to external factors. If you experience chest pain that lasts only a few seconds to 1-2 minutes, it is most likely caused by nerve or muscle issues rather than angina. Yo...[Read More] Is My Heart in Trouble? Understanding Symptoms and Blood Pressure Concerns
Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Heart Care
Please tell me? Hello, Doctor: I often feel a tightness in my chest, and I frequently experience pain in my chest that feels like something is stabbing me. Sometimes, when I raise my arms, my heart feels like it's cramping. Recently, whenever I squat or get up from lying dow...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello, HuaHua: Your symptoms are quite complex. Firstly, your chest pain does not resemble angina; it is more akin to neuropathic pain and worsens with changes in posture. This may be caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction, which can also lead to shortness of breath or wh...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Heart Care
Should My Father See a Cardiologist for Sleep Issues and Chest Pain?
Could you please provide more details or specify your question? Hello Dr. Lin: My father is 58 years old, 173 cm tall, and weighs around 100 kg. He has been hiking or trekking once a week for the past six months, but for the last two weeks, he has been unable to sleep well at nig...
Dr. Lin Liangyu Reply:
Dear Ashely: I apologize for the delayed response. Your father's obesity and hypertension are risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Although his symptoms may not resemble typical angina, some patients with cardiovascular disease do present with atypical symptoms. I recomm...[Read More] Should My Father See a Cardiologist for Sleep Issues and Chest Pain?
Is Right Arm Pain a Sign of Heart Issues or Just Shoulder Pain?
Is pain only in the right arm indicative of cardiac-related pain? Recently, I've been experiencing soreness and pain in my right arm (with soreness being more prominent than pain) for the past 2 to 3 weeks, occurring daily, while my left arm is unaffected. I consulted a card...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello, health-conscious friends: The term "referred pain" in the context of heart issues refers to the phenomenon where chest pain, such as angina, is felt in other areas like the jaw or the left arm. However, you do not have chest pain, and referred pain rarely extends...[Read More] Is Right Arm Pain a Sign of Heart Issues or Just Shoulder Pain?
Understanding Persistent Chest Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Chest pain I often experience chest pain, sometimes feeling it almost all day long. The pain is located around the area level with my left chest and shoulder. I have previously undergone static and dynamic electrocardiograms and echocardiograms at the hospital, and the doctor ind...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
The sensation of chest pain is highly subjective. If it is not caused by cardiac-related angina, it is generally associated with psychological stress. It is advisable to manage it through lifestyle changes or moderate exercise to alleviate the symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Chest Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Heart Pain: Causes and Effective Treatments
I'm sorry How can heart pain occur sometimes and how should it be treated?
Dr. Tang Jieru Reply:
Hello Mr. Tsai: I believe you are referring to "chest pain," right? Chest pain is not necessarily caused by the heart; it could be due to lung infections or inflammation of the muscles or nerves, and treatment should be based on the specific condition. If it is indeed &...[Read More] Understanding Heart Pain: Causes and Effective Treatments
Do Seniors Over 70 Need Heart Surgery for Minor Issues?
Could you please provide more details about the heart-related issues you are inquiring about? For elderly individuals over 70 years old who experience cardiac discomfort but have been examined and found to have no significant issues, the necessity for surgery depends on various f...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Dear Iris, Regarding your heart discomfort, it is important to determine the specific type of heart disease. If it refers to angina caused by coronary artery disease, the treatment will depend on the degree of obstruction in the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart....[Read More] Do Seniors Over 70 Need Heart Surgery for Minor Issues?
Understanding Narrow Heart Vessels: Risks and Lifestyle Tips for Young Adults
One of the blood vessels in the heart is too narrow, leading to issues with blood circulation? Hello Doctor: I know a female classmate, 24 years old, who recently mentioned that she has a narrowed blood vessel in her heart (likely congenital), which causes issues with blood circu...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello Cavalier, First, it is necessary to determine which blood vessel is too narrow in this female student: is it the coronary artery that supplies blood to the heart, or another vessel? This can only be confirmed through a cardiac catheterization. Has she undergone this proce...[Read More] Understanding Narrow Heart Vessels: Risks and Lifestyle Tips for Young Adults
Understanding Ischemic Heart Disease: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Ischemic heart disease Hello Director Chen, I would like to ask what is meant by "ischemic heart disease"? What are its symptoms? Since I was 20 years old, I have experienced symptoms where it feels like my heart is being squeezed. During these episodes, I am unable to...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
Ischemic heart disease refers to heart conditions caused by myocardial hypoxia, primarily due to partial obstruction of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart, often resulting from atherosclerosis. When the myocardium is deprived of oxygen, it can lead to chest pain...[Read More] Understanding Ischemic Heart Disease: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Understanding Unstable Blood Pressure and Heart Health in Seniors
Please ask your question? Hello, I am 71 years old and have been experiencing very unstable blood pressure in recent years, sometimes rising above 200, which often leads me to the emergency room. In early January of this year, I was hospitalized for four days, and the doctor'...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsu, There are many reasons for unstable blood pressure, including sleep, emotions, climate, and medications. It is advisable to consult a cardiologist for an examination. The intermittent whitening of the fingertips may indicate peripheral vascular disease, often cause...[Read More] Understanding Unstable Blood Pressure and Heart Health in Seniors
Understanding Myocardial Infarction: Risks, Stenting, and Recovery Tips
Myocardial infarction Myocardial infarction occurs when there is a blockage in the coronary arteries, leading to a reduction or cessation of blood flow to a part of the heart muscle. This condition is serious as it can result in permanent damage to the heart tissue and can be lif...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello Nina: Myocardial infarction refers to the blockage or narrowing of the blood vessels (coronary arteries) that supply blood to the heart, resulting in injury or necrosis of the heart muscle supplied by these vessels, leading to functional impairment or loss. We know that the...[Read More] Understanding Myocardial Infarction: Risks, Stenting, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Chest tightness During the episode, symptoms such as cold sweats, chest tightness, and numbness in the hands occur. Please, doctor, could you provide an answer? Thank you.
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello Mr. Feng: The symptoms you described are very similar to angina, also known as ischemic heart disease. You should seek diagnosis and treatment from a cardiologist or an internal medicine specialist as soon as possible to prevent further complications.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Angioplasty: Risks, Recovery, and Alternatives for Heart Health
I would like to inquire about angioplasty? My husband has congenital hypertension, and the doctor said he has occlusive arterial disease. He is scheduled to be hospitalized next Thursday for examination, and he may need to undergo surgery on the same day. The surgery is angioplas...
Dr. Chen Jili Reply:
According to Ms. Yang, the patient may have arterial obstructive disease, specifically "coronary artery disease" if referring to the heart's blood vessels, which involves atherosclerosis and narrowing of the coronary arteries. The procedure performed would be "...[Read More] Understanding Angioplasty: Risks, Recovery, and Alternatives for Heart Health
Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
Chest pain and tightness? Hello Doctor: I am 30 years old. I remember experiencing chest pain during middle school, which occurred suddenly without warning. It felt like my heart was being stabbed, and it was very painful, causing me to stop breathing and not move. However, it on...
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Dear User: 1. From your letter, I understand that you have been experiencing symptoms such as chest pain, chest tightness, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, general weakness, and nausea over the past few months. These symptoms can occur in various conditions, inc...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help
Do You Need Lifelong Medication for Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Do patients with mitral valve prolapse need to take medication long-term? I have mitral valve prolapse, and I have fainted 3 to 4 times in a year. I often experience vague chest pain, palpitations, rapid heartbeat, arrhythmia, a feeling of tightness in the chest, dizziness, short...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
Mitral valve prolapse is often associated with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Symptoms may arise in the presence of factors such as stress, emotional instability, or excessive fatigue. Generally, medication is used for symptomatic treatment; however, if the symptoms are no...[Read More] Do You Need Lifelong Medication for Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and Connections to Underlying Conditions
Chest pain Doctor, could you please explain the causes of chest pain? The pain often occurs after fatigue from work and is felt on both sides of the chest. The patient has a history of elevated uric acid, hepatitis, and has accumulated a significant amount of dust in the lungs. C...
Dr. Chen Jili Reply:
There are many causes of chest pain, ranging from gastroesophageal reflux, neuropathic pain, musculoskeletal pain to cardiac pain. Angina is often related to physical activity, and clinicians typically need to consider risk factors such as smoking and high cholesterol levels. An ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and Connections to Underlying Conditions