Understanding Your Heart Report: Key Insights and Interpretations
Please help interpret the heart report, thank you? Hello Director Wu, recently I have been experiencing dizziness, a heavy feeling in my head, tinnitus, a sensation of almost fainting, and chest tightness. Please help interpret the findings, thank you. Echocardiogram (including ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The report indicates mild mitral regurgitation and aortic regurgitation; trace tricuspid regurgitation. Other functions and structures are normal.[Read More] Understanding Your Heart Report: Key Insights and Interpretations
Could Heart Issues Be Causing Your Dizziness and Weakness?
Can heart problems cause dizziness? Hello, Director Wu. In the past six months, I have experienced approximately three episodes, each characterized by symptoms such as complete darkness in my vision, high-frequency tinnitus, generalized weakness, and cold sweats. I had been study...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The symptoms of dizziness that you mentioned, which cannot be explained, suggest that you should consider undergoing further examination in the neurology department.[Read More] Could Heart Issues Be Causing Your Dizziness and Weakness?
Understanding Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, and Heart Palpitations
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...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and lack of chronic diseases, your risk of developing heart disease is low. Many factors in daily life can contribute to this situation, such as emotions, stress, irregular sleep patterns, or excessive consumption of caffeinated beverages. It is recommended ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, and Heart Palpitations
How to Communicate Heart Health Concerns to Your Doctor Effectively
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 ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
If there is no arrhythmia or severe heart failure, the likelihood of having a thrombus in the heart is extremely low. Generally, a normal echocardiogram is sufficient, and there is no need for concern.[Read More] How to Communicate Heart Health Concerns to Your Doctor Effectively
Understanding Rapid Heartbeat and High Blood Pressure: Key Insights
Rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure? Hello Doctor, Recently, for about two months, my heart rate has been elevated, averaging between 95 to 110 beats per minute. My blood pressure is consistently around 130/88. I often experience numbness in my hands and feet, and occasiona...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it sounds like you may be experiencing autonomic nervous system dysregulation. You can continue to consult with a psychosomatic medicine specialist; they should have autonomic nervous system testing equipment for further evaluation. Pingan Changhua Hospital cares about you...[Read More] Understanding Rapid Heartbeat and High Blood Pressure: Key Insights
Breathing Difficulties and Dizziness: Are They Heart-Related Issues?
Shortness of breath and dizziness? The electrocardiogram results during the physical examination indicated "old myocardial infarction with septal obstruction." In daily life, I often experience shortness of breath, dizziness, and occasional rapid heartbeats. Could this ...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello: The electrocardiogram (ECG) results are preliminary and cannot confirm a diagnosis with 100% certainty. Please consult a cardiologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Breathing Difficulties and Dizziness: Are They Heart-Related Issues?
Post-Meal Rapid Heartbeat and Dizziness: Understanding Your Symptoms
Experiencing a rapid heartbeat and dizziness after eating? Hello Doctor: I am 19 years old, do not have hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidemia, but I have thalassemia and am underweight. Last week, I was diagnosed and have had little appetite; I often start feeling full after ...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, after being diagnosed, it is common to experience heart rhythm issues, which can be monitored initially. If discomfort persists, you should visit a cardiology clinic for further evaluation. A heart rate of 50 to 55 beats per minute before sleep is considered normal; monito...[Read More] Post-Meal Rapid Heartbeat and Dizziness: Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Vascular Aging: Can Young Adults Reverse Arterial Stiffness?
Vascular sclerosis Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing dizziness that feels like swaying, similar to being on a boat, and sometimes I feel faint. I had a 10-minute MRI of my brain, which came back normal, and an ear examination by an ENT specialist also showed normal results....
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, do you smoke? If so, have you quit? Do you have any family history related to this? To be honest, I'm not sure how this test relates to your dizziness. Are your blood vessels really that aged? I also have doubts about the accuracy of this test. Please discuss this dir...[Read More] Understanding Vascular Aging: Can Young Adults Reverse Arterial Stiffness?
Understanding Mild Mitral and Tricuspid Regurgitation: Treatment Insights
Mild mitral and tricuspid regurgitation? Hello, do I need to undergo treatment for this? My father was recently diagnosed with Fabry disease, and he is currently receiving enzyme replacement therapy. He has issues with myocardial infarction, cardiac hypertrophy, and hypertension....
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Mild mitral and tricuspid regurgitation do not require treatment.[Read More] Understanding Mild Mitral and Tricuspid Regurgitation: Treatment Insights
Understanding Heart Health: Key Insights from Your Echocardiogram Report
Health Examination Report Hello Doctor: Initially, I only experienced general chest tightness, but later I began to have dizziness, palpitations, and swelling in my lower limbs. I would like to ask if there are any issues with the ultrasound report. I feel that the same pair of s...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The echocardiogram report indicates that there are no significant severe abnormalities in heart function and structure. Given your young age and absence of chronic diseases, your risk of heart disease is low. Many factors in daily life can contribute to this condition, such as em...[Read More] Understanding Heart Health: Key Insights from Your Echocardiogram Report
Understanding Premature Heartbeats: Managing Anxiety and Heart Health
Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) I have been experiencing panic attacks since November 2010 and have been seeing doctors ever since. For the past 12 years, I have been taking medication to manage my anxiety. My biggest issue currently is heart palpitations. Over these 12...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, experiencing skipped beats every day is unrelated to how long you can live, so don't worry too much. Just continue to coexist peacefully. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Premature Heartbeats: Managing Anxiety and Heart Health
Understanding Heart Murmurs: Insights from Your Echocardiogram Report
During a health check-up, a heart murmur was detected. Following a visit to the cardiology outpatient clinic, the echocardiogram report? Hello, Doctor. Thank you very much for your selfless contributions on Taiwan's E-network, helping many people who are not familiar with me...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, there's nothing to worry about. It's normal for us as humans to occasionally experience dizziness or chest tightness; it doesn't necessarily mean it's heart-related. Don't overthink it. Everything is fine. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Heart Murmurs: Insights from Your Echocardiogram Report
Understanding Your Exercise ECG Report: Key Insights for Heart Health
Medical consultation Hello Dr. Wu, here are the contents of my exercise electrocardiogram report! I would like to ask if there are any abnormalities in this report. Thank you. Baseline HR: 97 Height: 159 cm Target HR: 158 Weight: 45.3 kg Max HR: 190 % of Predicted Max ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The test result is negative.[Read More] Understanding Your Exercise ECG Report: Key Insights for Heart Health
Understanding Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Insights for Heart Health
Consultation for Myocardial Perfusion Imaging Report Hello Dr. Wu, I hope you don't mind me asking about my mother's heart examination. Recently, she has been feeling very short of breath during exercise and when climbing stairs. On August 22, I took her to the hospital...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The report indicates mild myocardial hypoxia. Please manage your blood pressure and lipid levels carefully. If you continue to experience frequent chest pain or discomfort, please discuss with your physician whether a cardiac catheterization is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Insights for Heart Health
Managing Hypertension: Understanding Medication Side Effects and Symptoms
Hypertension, medication side effects? Hello Doctor: On June 2nd, while I was sitting and preparing to stand up from a chair, I suddenly experienced severe back pain that made it difficult to speak and caused breathing difficulties. When I arrived at the emergency room, blood tes...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, I am not sure if you have hypertension, but you cannot assume you have high blood pressure just because of one instance of discomfort. It is advisable to first stabilize your condition. If your blood pressure remains stable, you may even consider stopping Nebivolol. For th...[Read More] Managing Hypertension: Understanding Medication Side Effects and Symptoms
Understanding Sudden Dizziness and Low Blood Pressure in Diabetics
Sudden onset of visual disturbances (seeing stars) and a blood pressure drop to 80? Hello doctor, I have diabetes and hypertension, and I take medication daily to manage them. My blood pressure usually ranges between 115 and 105. Today, while working in the field around 10 AM, I ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
If blood pressure is too low, it is recommended to stop the medication. Regular exercise and avoiding excessive salt intake are advised. If blood pressure can be maintained within the normal range, medication may not be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Dizziness and Low Blood Pressure in Diabetics
Understanding Chest Pain and Dizziness: Is High Cholesterol the Culprit?
Chest tightness and pain, discomfort in the heart, shortness of breath, neck stiffness, and dizziness? A month ago, I suddenly experienced dizziness, shortness of breath, and discomfort in my heart after getting angry. I went to the hospital and had an electrocardiogram (ECG) and...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello Mr. Sun: Elevated cholesterol levels in the blood significantly increase the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke over time. This is generally related to individual constitution, with diet having a minor influence. If this is the first time it has been discovered, it is...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Dizziness: Is High Cholesterol the Culprit?
Understanding Renal Denervation: A Potential Solution for Uncontrolled Hypertension
Regarding renal denervation (RDN) for hypertension? Hello Doctor, my mother is 56 years old and is obese with a history of hypertension that has been treated for many years. Currently, her hypertension medication has been unstable, with episodes of tachycardia, elevated blood pre...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello Winnie: The causes of hypertension are believed by the academic community to involve three main physiological mechanisms: excessive sympathetic nervous system activation, salt/water retention, and the renin-angiotensin system. Antihypertensive medications target these mecha...[Read More] Understanding Renal Denervation: A Potential Solution for Uncontrolled Hypertension
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Heart Specialist Care
Chest pain? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing intermittent sharp pain on the left side of my chest recently, sometimes accompanied by a tingling sensation, and at times with intense palpitations and dizziness. These episodes have become more frequent over the past few weeks,...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it still sounds like it may be caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction. It is advisable to seek further examination from a cardiologist. Changhua Hospital cares about your well-being.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Heart Specialist Care
Understanding Chest Pain and Dizziness: The Impact of High Cholesterol
Chest tightness and pain, discomfort in the heart, shortness of breath, neck stiffness, and dizziness? A month ago, I suddenly experienced dizziness, shortness of breath, and discomfort in my heart after getting angry. I went to the hospital and had an electrocardiogram (ECG) and...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, high cholesterol is not necessarily the cause of a series of discomforts; it is often related to autonomic nervous system issues. You can start by managing your diet on your own, or if you prefer, you can take medication to control it. Currently, your symptoms are not rela...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain and Dizziness: The Impact of High Cholesterol