Chest pain, Cardiology FAQ - Page 36

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-...

Numbness from the neck to the eyes, sensitivity to sunlight, nasal symptoms, and weakness in all four limbs? Hello, doctor. I discovered I have sciatica in March of this year. I underwent an MRI, which showed nerve compression. My legs are very numb, and the doctor prescribed me ...

Unexplained chest pain Hello, doctor! I often feel pain in the upper central part of my chest, but the pain is quite peculiar. Sometimes it feels like a sharp needle prick (just for a moment), other times like a fishing hook tugging (also just for a moment), and at times it feels...

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...

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...

Curvature of the aorta? Dear Doctor: Situation: My father has been experiencing chest pain frequently while sleeping over the past week, and he feels dizzy when he first gets up. According to his report, the examination results indicate that he has a curvature of the aorta, and...

The heart may experience a feeling of tightness or pressure that makes it difficult to breathe? Hello: Recently, I have been experiencing chest tightness, similar to the sharp pain after sprinting a hundred meters, followed by sudden weakness in my limbs and dizziness. I have no ...

Chest tightness with a sensation of dizziness? In recent months, I have frequently experienced chest tightness and difficulty breathing, often feeling like I can't take a deep breath. I often have palpitations, especially after exercising or taking a shower, and during these...

Blood pressure seems to be low? My platelet count is around 80,000. It was first discovered six years ago when I was pregnant with my first child. Before delivery, it dropped to a low of 25,000. During my pregnancy, I regularly consulted a hematologist. About a year ago, I starte...

Right chest pain? I recently fell off my bike, landing on my right side. The next day, my entire right side was sore, but after a few days, the pain subsided. However, I still experience some pain in my right chest, which worsens when I exert myself or lift things. Should I go to...

Could you please specify the heart problem you are inquiring about? I visited an amusement park with friends in early April, and after riding several roller coasters, I felt a bit dizzy and fatigued. By the third or fourth day after returning home, I experienced a feeling of tigh...

Palpitations Dear Dr. Zhong, what are the disadvantages of sinus bradycardia, and should one see a doctor? Is sinus bradycardia an occasional phenomenon? My grandmother is 83 years old, and she has difficulty walking and experiences weakness in her legs. Recently, she has mention...

Left chest pain? Hello, I occasionally experience sudden pain in my left chest, during which I cannot breathe normally and must hold my breath for a while before I can recover. During this time, I can only take very shallow breaths due to the lack of oxygen; if I try to breathe n...

Can aortic dissection fully recover? What medications can help regenerate the vessel wall? Hello Dr. Huang: A friend was urgently hospitalized due to chest pain and diagnosed with aortic dissection. After a CT scan, the physician stated that surgery is not an option and that medi...

Mitral valve prolapse Hello, doctor. I have some questions regarding mitral valve prolapse. 1. Is there a distinction between congenital and acquired forms? 2. How can it be prevented? 3. Are there any precautions to take during episodes? 4. How can I monitor my health on a ...

Dizziness, chest tightness, and weakness in the limbs? Hello Doctor, previously when I played table tennis or did some light exercise, I would feel very breathless, dizzy, weak in my limbs, and break out in a cold sweat, but this doesn't happen every time I exercise (I usual...

Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) Hello, yesterday I went to the hospital due to chest pain and difficulty breathing. After performing an ultrasound, the doctor diagnosed me with mitral valve prolapse and prescribed medication (INDERAL and pain relievers). However, I am a bit worried b...

Atrial fibrillation Hello, doctor. I previously had an electrocardiogram (ECG) screening at school, and the results indicated that I have atrial fibrillation. What does this condition mean? Additionally, I have a history of chest pain, although it doesn't occur very often. I...

Is balloon dilation necessary for heart failure? My friend's family member is a diabetic patient who has not been managing their condition well. Recently, they have experienced shortness of breath while walking and lower extremity edema, but no chest tightness or pain. They ...

I have been experiencing some chest pain recently? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing some pain in my left chest recently, which came on suddenly. I have also been feeling lethargic. My height is 159 cm and I weigh 63 kg, which classifies me as obese. Five days ago, I was sco...