Chest, Cardiology FAQ - Page 18

Echocardiogram [Chief Complaint] Left side chest distress with squeezing pain intermittently and ventricular premature contractions (VPCs) with a short run of ventricular tachycardia (VT). [Diagnosis] 1. Normal chamber size. 2. Mitral valve prolapse of the anterior leaflet, w...

Blood Pressure Control and Arrhythmia Hello Doctor: A few days ago, my mother (76 years old) was diagnosed with arrhythmia through a 24-hour Holter monitor. The attending physician mentioned that it is not severe enough to require a pacemaker at this time. My mother's blood ...

Echocardiogram Since childhood, I have occasionally experienced sharp pain in my chest, particularly when inhaling, making it difficult to take deep breaths. I can only maintain a position that does not cause pain, and the discomfort lasts for about ten minutes before subsiding. ...

In the past two years, there have been abnormal findings in the electrocardiogram during health check-ups, and an ultrasound has detected aortic valve insufficiency. Is surgery necessary in this case? Hello Doctor: In the past two years, my ECG during health check-ups has shown a...

Please provide the details of the myocardial perfusion scan examination? HISTORY: A 28-year-old male (80 kg) presents with recent chest tightness and has been referred for the detection of ischemic heart disease. TECHNIQUE: Following the intravenous injection of 2 mCi of Tl-201...

Palpitations and chest tightness? I experience palpitations and chest tightness every night when I go to sleep. In the morning, I feel okay, but I'm not sure if it's because I'm busy and not paying attention. I used to stay up late, but now it's better. This h...

There is mitral valve prolapse with mild regurgitation? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and mild regurgitation. Last month, I visited a nearby hospital's cardiology department due to persistent left chest pain and shortness of breath....

Left chest pain? I previously visited a cardiologist and underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray, 24-hour Holter monitor, and exercise stress test, all of which showed no abnormalities. However, in the past few days, I have been experiencing intermittent pain on the out...

Suspected myocarditis Hello, I suspect I have myocarditis, but I have undergone an echocardiogram and blood tests, which did not reveal anything significant. However, recently, whenever I eat, my heart becomes very short of breath, I experience chest tightness, and I feel weak—of...

Antihistamines + sedatives can lead to heart disease? I previously took a bit of a sedative and an antihistamine, and at that moment, my heart was racing. Later that night, in the car, with temperatures exceeding thirty degrees Celsius, I was in excruciating pain, experiencing he...

Chest tightness, pain, shortness of breath, numbness in hands, palpitations? Hello Doctor, I am 22 years old and have a low body weight (BMI of 16-17). Since the beginning of this year, I have been experiencing shortness of breath when climbing stairs, along with occasional chest...

After seeing a cardiologist hundreds of times, the problem still remains unresolved? I often experience shortness of breath, cold sweats, and dizziness when I exercise, to the point where I feel like I might faint. I've reported this to my doctor multiple times, but he only ...

After spending countless amounts of money, the problem still remains unresolved? Every time I go out to eat, I start experiencing chest tightness, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. I feel unsteady and almost faint, along with arrhythmia. However, when I described my ...

Myocardial ischemia, exercise electrocardiogram? Hello Doctor, I have noticed significant differences in the test results from a clinic and a large hospital, and I hope you can assist in interpreting them. Thank you! **[Clinic A]** 1. **24-Hour Holter Monitor:** - 402.10 HYPE...

Ventricular premature contractions and pregnancy issues? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about an incident that occurred around July. One night, I suddenly woke up feeling like my heart skipped a beat. I subsequently went to the cardiology department and wore a 24-hour Holter ...

Questions about echocardiography? Hello, doctor. Recently, I experienced chest pain and numbness, so I visited a cardiologist. At the first hospital, I underwent X-ray, ECG, and echocardiogram. 1. Chest PA view shows: - Cardiac size is within normal limits. - Mild increas...

Chest X-ray report? Hello, Director. This is my latest chest X-ray report. I would like to inquire about the current overall condition. Thank you, Director. Impression: - No cardiomegaly. - Exaggerated bronchovascular markings in bilateral lower lung fields. - Suggest clinical c...

Which specialty should I see for my presenting symptoms? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you, but I have a few symptoms that I would like to ask which specialty I should consult. 1. Fever (occasionally accompanied by chest pain) 2. Shortness of breath 3. Mild diarrhea 4....

Incomplete membrane closure Hello Doctor, 2 to 3 years ago, due to the pressure of upcoming exams, I often felt short of breath and experienced slight pain in my left chest. I visited the cardiology department at the hospital, and after an echocardiogram, I was diagnosed with mil...

Could it be pulmonary hypertension? Hello, I used to frequently dream about flooding while sleeping (this happened several times each month over the past ten years). When I woke up, I felt like I was breathing heavily. Later, after taking a sedative for a month, I started experie...