Blood pressure, Cardiology FAQ - Page 3

Medication consultation Hello, doctor. Six months ago, I visited a cardiology clinic due to chest tightness, and the examination results showed no issues. However, a check-up at a psychosomatic clinic indicated autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Due to the chest tightness and ...

Hello doctor, how can I determine whether my atrial premature contractions are due to abnormal electrical discharges from a specific area in the atrium or caused by autonomic nervous system dysregulation leading to erratic signals, especially after a long period of time? Cardiolo...

Hypotension and chest pain? In recent days, I have been experiencing headaches and sharp chest pain. On February 24th, a blood pressure monitor at a small clinic recorded a reading of 52/77, with a heart rate of 86. At night, just before sleeping, my heartbeat sounds very loud. I...

A heart rate of 80 to 90 beats per minute typically falls within the normal range for adults. Whether or not to take heart medication depends on various factors, including overall health, the presence of Hello, doctor! I am a patient with hypertension. My heart rate used to be be...

Mild pain in the left chest? Hello Doctor: A few days ago, I suddenly experienced mild pain in my left chest (which I have not felt before). The pain was intermittent, occurring for a moment and then stopping for a few seconds to a few minutes, lasting for about three hours. Howe...

Heart rate issues Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about my condition. For the past few days, whenever I stand, my heart rate exceeds 120 beats per minute. I have previously consulted a cardiologist and underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiogram, both of which s...

Increased heart rate? Does high blood pressure cause an increased heart rate? I often feel like my heart rate exceeds 100 beats per minute. Could this be due to a lack of exercise? I am 168 cm tall and weigh 107 kg. I frequently experience a pounding heartbeat and sometimes have ...

Hypotension and chest pain? In recent days, I have been experiencing headaches and sharp chest pain. On February 24th, a blood pressure monitor at a small clinic recorded a reading of 52/77, with a heart rate of 86. At night, before going to sleep, I notice my heartbeat is very l...

Blood test shows anemia and thrombocytosis? Good evening, doctor. My wife is 60 years old and has type 2 diabetes without complications for over two years. Her blood pressure is 143/77, and her heart rate is approximately 113. She has been taking the prescribed medication to cont...

Elderly individuals may experience rapid heart rates? Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to respond. My mother, who is in her 70s and has hypertension, usually has a heart rate of around 70-80 bpm. She has a regular exercise routine, but during the New Year holiday, she ...

Swelling of the dorsum of the foot and the ankle? Hello, my mother is 76 years old. She was previously taking a blood pressure medication called Shumaiyou (40/5/12.5 mg). However, due to issues with postprandial hypotension, the doctor switched her to Unisia (Candesartan 8 mg + A...

Postprandial hypotension Hello, my mother is 76 years old. I would like to ask about her previous blood pressure medication, which was Shumaiyou 40/5/12.5 mg. However, she has been experiencing postprandial hypotension symptoms for the past two months, feeling dizzy after meals. ...

Is there a relationship between arrhythmia and thymoma? Hello Doctor, my mother is currently 59 years old and has been experiencing arrhythmia for the past few months, along with consistently high blood pressure. However, her cardiac evaluations have shown no issues. She has a hi...

Issues with Hypertension Medications Hello, my mother has been taking half a tablet of Amlodipine at 6 PM for hypertension for over three years. Her usual morning blood pressure is around 120/59 with a heart rate of about 108. Recently, after breakfast, her blood pressure has dro...

Electrocardiogram (ECG) examination for father hospitalized due to fever? Hello Doctor, my father was admitted to the emergency room on January 15 due to fever and was diagnosed with pneumonia. Upon arrival, his blood pressure was between 70 and 80, and his heart rate was in the ...

Irregular heartbeat followed by acceleration? Hello Doctor, in the past few months, I have been waking up in the middle of my sleep with my heart suddenly beating irregularly (two strong beats), followed by a rapid heartbeat that accelerates to around 140 beats per minute before ...

How to assess and manage discomfort related to the heart in outpatient settings? Hello, Doctor. My usual blood pressure readings are 89-97 systolic and 53-65 diastolic, with a heart rate around 83. In the past, while working, I noticed significant hand tremors and experienced pal...

High blood pressure due to a cold? In December, my blood pressure was a bit high, so I visited a hospital outpatient clinic where the doctor prescribed two medications: Prazosin and Diltiazem. During this period, my blood pressure readings consistently ranged from approximately 1...

Echocardiogram Report Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to read and respond. I had a hormone blood test last August, and I am already in the menopausal stage, experiencing hot flashes and heat (treated with traditional Chinese medicine). Since November of last year, I h...

Sudden elevation of blood pressure for unknown reasons that remains persistently high..? My father is 75 years old and did not have a habit of regularly monitoring his blood pressure. He would occasionally check it for fun, and his systolic pressure was around 120-130. However, h...