Understanding Your Echocardiogram Results: IAS Aneurysm and Key Findings
Consultation regarding the results of the echocardiogram, particularly concerning the conclusion of IAS aneurysm? Hello Director Wu, The following is the echocardiogram report from the past two weeks, and I would like to inquire if there are any points of concern. Thank you. (P...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Please manage your blood pressure well, engage in regular exercise, and take your current medications on time.[Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram Results: IAS Aneurysm and Key Findings
Suspected Myocarditis: Understanding Symptoms and Diagnostic Options
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...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it is not myocarditis. Myocarditis can be diagnosed with an ultrasound. It sounds more like autonomic dysfunction. We can start with medication and consider MRI, exercise testing, or a CT scan later. There's no rush. Take care from Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Suspected Myocarditis: Understanding Symptoms and Diagnostic Options
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
Understanding Heart Issues: The Role of Antihistamines and Stress Tests
Antihistamines causing heart disease? I often experience shortness of breath, cold sweats while walking, weakness, and feel faint. However, my doctor seems uninterested in my concerns. Should I consider paying out of pocket for a stress echocardiogram to better understand the cau...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
A standard echocardiogram is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Heart Issues: The Role of Antihistamines and Stress Tests
Understanding Doppler Echocardiography Results: A Comprehensive Guide
Echocardiogram Hello Director Huang: Could you please help me interpret the results of the Doppler color flow echocardiogram and the echocardiogram (including both single and dual measurements) as follows? Thank you. # Doppler Color Flow Echocardiogram Diagnosis Code: 785.3 ● ...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello: The examination results indicate left ventricular enlargement, mild mitral and tricuspid valve regurgitation, and diastolic dysfunction. Whether further examination or treatment is needed will depend on your individual clinical condition. Please follow up with your physici...[Read More] Understanding Doppler Echocardiography Results: A Comprehensive Guide
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 Irregular Heartbeats: Should You Be Concerned?
24-hour ECG suspected arrhythmia? Hello Doctor: Here are the data General summary 83180 QRS complexes 1 Ventricular beats (0.0%) 5 Supraventricular beats (0.0%) 0.1% total time classified as artifact 63 Average heart rate 40 Minimum heart rate at 3:06-2140 Maximum heart rate at 1...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Having only 6 premature contractions in a 24-hour period does not pose any life-threatening risks or lead to deterioration of heart function, so there is no need for concern.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Heartbeats: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Myocardial Ischemia: Insights from ECG and Echocardiogram Results
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...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, I trust large hospitals. I cannot make a judgment without seeing the relevant images, but I believe it is better to observe first. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Myocardial Ischemia: Insights from ECG and Echocardiogram Results
Impact of Premature Ventricular Contractions on Pregnancy and Delivery
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 ...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, having around 40 APCs (Atrial Premature Contractions) and VPCs (Ventricular Premature Contractions) in a 24-hour Holter monitor is generally considered acceptable. Such ventricular ectopic beats are not likely to pose any significant risk during pregnancy and delivery. If ...[Read More] Impact of Premature Ventricular Contractions on Pregnancy and Delivery
Understanding Heart Ultrasound Results: Common Concerns and Clarifications
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...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, both examinations showed similar results with no significant issues. The TR and PR are both very mild. The eyelid twitching is not related to the heart; it is likely due to autonomic nervous system dysregulation. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Heart Ultrasound Results: Common Concerns and Clarifications
Understanding Your Echocardiogram Report: Mitral Valve Insights
Echocardiogram Report Hello Director Li, this is my echocardiogram report. I found online that I have 2.3 degrees of mitral regurgitation. May I ask if this is currently classified as mild regurgitation, or has it worsened? Two years ago, I was diagnosed with mild mitral valve pr...
Dr. Li Han Reply:
Hello, based on the report, the valve function appears to be generally normal and is similar to that of an average person. Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram Report: Mitral Valve Insights
Understanding Mitral and Aortic Valve Insufficiency: When to Seek Help
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...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
It is recommended to adjust your daily routine, engage in regular exercise, and have periodic check-ups. Surgery is not necessary at this moderate stage.[Read More] Understanding Mitral and Aortic Valve Insufficiency: When to Seek Help
Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension: When to Get Accurate Testing?
Do I have pulmonary hypertension? Would a CT scan provide a more accurate diagnosis? I have recently been experiencing episodes of shortness of breath to the point where I can hardly walk. Whether I am walking or climbing stairs, I feel like I can't catch my breath, and it h...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
A measurement of 22 mmHg does not meet the diagnostic criteria for pulmonary hypertension.[Read More] Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension: When to Get Accurate Testing?
Could It Be Pulmonary Hypertension? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
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...
Dr. Li Shengkai Reply:
If it is pulmonary hypertension, an echocardiogram can detect it. If you still have concerns, you may seek further evaluation at a higher-level medical facility. Based on your description, in addition to cardiac issues, it is important to consider whether it may be "autonomi...[Read More] Could It Be Pulmonary Hypertension? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Further Heart Evaluation
Suspected angina pectoris? I have been experiencing chest tightness, cold sweats, shortness of breath, and palpitations after exercising recently. These symptoms can last all day, not just for a few minutes or hours. However, my doctor said I have autonomic nervous system dysfunc...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
It is recommended to adjust your daily routine and engage in regular exercise. However, if symptoms persist, it is advisable to visit a hospital for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Further Heart Evaluation
Understanding Symptoms of Lung Obstruction: When to Seek Help
Suspected pulmonary obstruction? Hello, I now find that even a little exercise or eating something makes me start to breathe heavily. I can’t do anything else and can only lie in bed, struggling to breathe all day. My heart is pounding strongly, and I feel palpitations as if it m...
Dr. Cai Guiqin Reply:
I recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management or determining if further examinations are necessary. 2. Consider seeking treatment from other medical institutions as well. Thank you, and wishing you good ...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Lung Obstruction: When to Seek Help
Understanding Heart Issues Triggered by Hot Weather: Symptoms and Solutions
Hello, I would like to ask about heart disease caused by hot weather? Hello, I have been experiencing something unusual lately. My heart beats very strongly every day, and I feel short of breath (this is not occasional anxiety). It is completely different from how I used to feel....
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, the heart disease caused by hot weather seems more like symptoms related to menopause, which can lead to autonomic nervous system dysregulation and discomfort due to heat intolerance. Please discuss with your physician about trying some medications for autonomic nervous sy...[Read More] Understanding Heart Issues Triggered by Hot Weather: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding the Correlation Between Echocardiogram and Myocardial Perfusion Results
Could Dr. Huang assist with the results of the ultrasound examination? I apologize for the inconvenience, Dr. Huang. I understand that you would like to know more about the echocardiogram results and their correlation with the myocardial perfusion findings, particularly regarding...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello: The heart function is generally normal, with mild degenerative regurgitation of the valves, which is not a concern. The aortic valve is slightly thickened, possibly related to coronary artery atherosclerosis/stenosis. Overall, there are no specific issues that require inte...[Read More] Understanding the Correlation Between Echocardiogram and Myocardial Perfusion Results
Can COVID-19 Vaccines Affect Heart Health? A Patient's Concern
After receiving the COVID-19 vaccine Hello Doctor, after receiving my third booster shot (Moderna) in May, I started experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort (gastroesophageal reflux). Sometimes I also feel palpitations. I consulted a cardiologist and underwent an echocardiogram ...
Dr. Cai Guiqin Reply:
I recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management or determining if further examinations are necessary. 2. Consider seeking treatment from other medical institutions as well. Thank you, and wish you good hea...[Read More] Can COVID-19 Vaccines Affect Heart Health? A Patient's Concern
Understanding Echocardiogram Results: Insights for Chest Discomfort
Interpretation of Echocardiography Recently, I have been experiencing chest tightness and difficulty breathing frequently, with a sensation of heaviness on my chest. I have visited several clinics, but no issues have been identified. I would like to ask the doctor about the inter...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, everything is normal except for mild mitral valve prolapse. Don't worry, Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Echocardiogram Results: Insights for Chest Discomfort