Understanding Arrhythmias and Vascular Issues: Expert Insights
Arrhythmias and vascular issues? Dear Dr. He, Thank you for your persistent and patient responses. Sometimes, visiting the doctor can feel rushed, and when doctors are busy, there are many questions that I don't have time to ask. I am truly grateful that you can help us wit...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, 1. The heart cannot stop; don't scare yourself. Everyone is resting, and the heart is resting too. A heart rate of 30 beats per minute is quite common. If you feel fine, there's no need to worry. 2. It's possible that even a normal person might trigger su...[Read More] Understanding Arrhythmias and Vascular Issues: Expert Insights
Understanding Your Echocardiogram and ECG Report: Key Insights for Heart Health
Echocardiogram and Electrocardiogram Report Hello Doctor, I have premature contractions and supraventricular tachycardia. Two months ago, I went to the emergency room due to the supraventricular tachycardia issue and underwent catheter ablation. The premature contractions still o...
Dr. Chen Jili Reply:
We recommend that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Wishing you good health. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram and ECG Report: Key Insights for Heart Health
Understanding Palpitations: Anxiety, Panic, and Heart Health After Pregnancy
Palpitations? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing panic anxiety and hypochondria for over a year after giving birth. About every 2-3 months, I wake up in the middle of the night after using the bathroom, and when I lie back down, I start to feel palpitations (my heart beats ve...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, recently my blood pressure before sleep was 120/90, which is still far from hypertension. Don't worry, Ping An Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Palpitations: Anxiety, Panic, and Heart Health After Pregnancy
Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases and High Blood Pressure in Seniors
Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. He, Hello. Below is a description of my mother's symptoms: She is approximately 69 years old and has recently experienced episodes of sudden increased heart rate accompanied by elevated blood pressure. Her usual heart rate is around 60 beats pe...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, 1. It seems that the autonomic nervous system disorder is caused by seasonal factors and unstable external environmental changes. 2. This is not a warning; it is just that there is no need to take medication regularly. It is not that the medication is very strong or ha...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases and High Blood Pressure in Seniors
Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases: Causes and Risks
Sudden increase in heart rate? Hello Doctor, in August this year, I woke up feeling chest tightness. On my way to work, my heart suddenly raced to about 150 beats per minute, accompanied by dizziness and difficulty breathing, lasting for about an hour. I went to the hospital wher...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The 24-hour electrocardiogram did not show any dangerous arrhythmias, so there is no need to worry.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases: Causes and Risks
Understanding Sinoatrial Block: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Sinoatrial block Hello, doctor. My mother recently experienced chest tightness, palpitations, headaches, hand tremors, and facial flushing, prompting her to seek medical attention. She underwent an electrocardiogram (ECG), a stress test, and an echocardiogram, all of which showed...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
There are many causes of high blood pressure; what you mentioned is just one of the reasons, and other factors should also be considered.[Read More] Understanding Sinoatrial Block: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Heart Palpitations and Breathing Difficulties: A Comprehensive Guide
Arrhythmia, panic, shortness of breath? Hello, I have been experiencing frequent shortness of breath, fatigue, and difficulty breathing, even while talking. I underwent pulmonary function tests (Pre-bronchodilator) which showed: FVC: 2.71L, 97%; FEV1: 2.11L, 87%; FEV1/FVC: 77%; M...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The echocardiogram and 24-hour Holter monitor report did not indicate any significant structural or functional heart issues or arrhythmias, and vaccination did not have any impact.[Read More] Understanding Heart Palpitations and Breathing Difficulties: A Comprehensive Guide
Managing Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Drops During Dialysis: A Patient's Concern
During dialysis, when blood pressure drops, the heart rate also decreases? Hello, Doctor. I have been a dialysis patient for over a year and have hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease, along with mild arrhythmia. Last year, I underwent a cardiac catheterizatio...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
A left ventricular systolic power of over 60% in a cardiac ultrasound is considered normal and should not be a cause for concern. Regarding the heart rate issue, the 24-hour Holter monitor in October did not show any signs of bradycardia.[Read More] Managing Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Drops During Dialysis: A Patient's Concern
Managing Panic Disorder with Heart Palpitations: Is Air Travel Safe?
Panic disorder can lead to palpitations and rapid heart rate? I would like to inquire about my suitability for flying, given my medical history. I have a pre-existing condition of arrhythmia, which has recently escalated to sudden episodes of tachycardia, shortness of breath, whe...
Dr. Chen Jili Reply:
We recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. 2. Consider seeking a consultation at another cardiology medical facility. Wishing you good health. Thank you![Read More] Managing Panic Disorder with Heart Palpitations: Is Air Travel Safe?
Understanding Your Echocardiogram: Key Insights for Heart Failure Patients
Cardiac Ultrasound Report Hello, Doctor. I am a heart failure patient and also have arrhythmia issues. Yesterday, my doctor arranged for another echocardiogram, but they scheduled a follow-up appointment in three months to review the results. I am very concerned that my heart con...
Dr. Huang Yinghe Reply:
Hello, Mao Mao: The examination results show that your left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) is 50%, which is considered a borderline value. There is moderate mitral regurgitation, and given your age, your cardiac function is slightly impaired. You should be taking some heart...[Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram: Key Insights for Heart Failure Patients
How to Manage Palpitations: Insights from Cardiovascular Specialists
How to improve palpitations? Thank you very much, Doctor, for taking the time to assist with my concerns. I have been experiencing palpitations, anxiety, and discomfort in my neck, throat, and chest for over three months. In the past month, I underwent an echocardiogram, an exerc...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, all tests are normal. There is no need for cardiac catheterization. You can manage autonomic dysregulation with medication. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] How to Manage Palpitations: Insights from Cardiovascular Specialists
Understanding Your Echocardiogram: Mitral Valve Prolapse and Heart Health
I would like to ask the doctor about my ultrasound report. Is my mitral valve prolapse severe or mild? Additionally, do I have any regurgitation in my heart, and what should I pay attention to? Thank you? I understand your concerns regarding the echocardiogram report. Here are so...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
According to your report, a follow-up can be conducted after one year to monitor the condition.[Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram: Mitral Valve Prolapse and Heart Health
Understanding Atrial Fibrillation: Management, Risks, and Lifestyle Tips
Atrial fibrillation Hello Doctor, I have been troubled by palpitations for a long time. I previously underwent an echocardiogram and a 24-hour Holter monitor, which only detected a very small number of premature beats. However, two years ago, my Apple Watch alerted me to a possib...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, you are too young, and wearable devices may not be accurate; it's best to have an electrocardiogram (ECG) for confirmation. If you have no risk factors, there is no need for anticoagulant medication; managing your heart rhythm should suffice. The likelihood of having ...[Read More] Understanding Atrial Fibrillation: Management, Risks, and Lifestyle Tips
Understanding Your Echocardiogram Report: Key Insights and Cholesterol Links
Echocardiogram Hello, due to discomfort in the chest, I underwent a cardiac ultrasound. Below are the report details, and I would like to understand what to pay attention to in the report. Recently, my health check showed elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol; is the...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, upon initial examination, there seem to be no significant abnormalities. Observation should suffice. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Your Echocardiogram Report: Key Insights and Cholesterol Links
Understanding Heart Palpitations: Causes and Risks Explained
Palpitations or sensation of heart stoppage? Hello, doctor. I previously underwent a 24-hour Holter monitor which detected some minor premature ventricular contractions. However, recently I have been experiencing a sensation of my heart pausing. I had an echocardiogram and anothe...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, the probability of sinus pauses is low, and a pause must last more than 3 seconds to be significant. At 22 years old, the risk is very low and not life-threatening, so don't scare yourself. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Heart Palpitations: Causes and Risks Explained
Should You Monitor Estimated Systolic Pulmonary Artery Pressure of 34 mmHg?
The estimated systolic pulmonary artery pressure is 34 mmHg. Should this be monitored? Hello Doctor, I visited the cardiology department last year due to chest tightness and palpitations. The examination report at that time is as follows, and I would like to know if I should retu...
Dr. Li Shengkai Reply:
According to the definition, pulmonary hypertension is indicated when the pulmonary artery pressure exceeds 25 mmHg at rest or 30 mmHg during exercise. Based on your echocardiogram report, the result was 34 mmHg, which should be monitored further. Additionally, the report mention...[Read More] Should You Monitor Estimated Systolic Pulmonary Artery Pressure of 34 mmHg?
Understanding Pediatric Echocardiogram Results: A Guide for Parents
Echocardiogram Hello, Doctor: Please help me review the echocardiogram results for a 10-year-old child to determine if they are normal. Thank you! SCHOOL SCREENING: PROTEINURIA. HEART MURMUR. SITUS SOLITUS, LEVOCARDIA, D-LOOP VENTRICLE. NORMAL BILATERAL CORONARY ARTERIES. MITRA...
Dr. Cai Guiqin Reply:
We recommend that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Wishing you good health. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Pediatric Echocardiogram Results: A Guide for Parents
Understanding Your Father's Echocardiogram Report: Key Insights
Echocardiogram Report Hello, Doctor. Could you please help me review my father's echocardiogram results? Thank you. < Interpretations and summary > Normal left atrial (LA) and normal left ventricular (LV) size. LV concentric hypertrophy (interventricular septum (IVS)...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The report indicates mild mitral regurgitation and moderate tricuspid regurgitation, as well as mild pulmonary hypertension. The other structures of the heart and its contractile function are normal.[Read More] Understanding Your Father's Echocardiogram Report: Key Insights
Understanding Early Ventricular Contractions and Heart Rhythm Changes
Palpitations with early ventricular contractions? Hello Dr. Wu, this is my examination report before changing my medication. I am currently on medication, but I still often feel my heartbeat noticeably shaking, along with chest tightness and difficulty breathing. Could you please...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
The report indicates that there are no other cardiac issues aside from a few occasional premature contractions. It is recommended to adjust lifestyle habits and engage in regular exercise.[Read More] Understanding Early Ventricular Contractions and Heart Rhythm Changes
Understanding Sleep Heart Rate Spikes: Insights from Cardiac Tests
Irregular sleep detected with heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute (accompanied by echocardiogram and 24-hour electrocardiogram recording)? Hello, Doctor He. I am a patient who occasionally experiences a heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute while sleeping. I underwent t...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, both tests came back normal. The results only show an increased heart rate during a specific time period, and it is not possible to determine if there is any arrhythmia. It is likely a problem related to the autonomic nervous system, so we will just need to observe for now...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Heart Rate Spikes: Insights from Cardiac Tests