Understanding Rapid Heartbeat: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Heart rate issues? Recently, I have been feeling my heart beating strongly and quickly. I went to the hospital for an examination, which included an electrocardiogram (ECG), a stress test, a 24-hour Holter monitor, and X-rays. The doctor said there were no arrhythmia issues, and ...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, the electrocardiogram (ECG), exercise ECG, and 24-hour Holter monitor, as well as the X-ray, show no arrhythmias. If these tests are normal, the heart should be fine. It is likely that the symptoms are caused by autonomic nervous system dysregulation, which can sometimes l...[Read More] Understanding Rapid Heartbeat: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Cardiac CT and Exercise ECG: Key Insights for Heart Health
Cardiac Computed Tomography and Exercise Electrocardiogram? A relative underwent a health check-up and had abnormal findings on an electrocardiogram (ECG). They went to a major hospital for further evaluation, including a computed tomography coronary angiography (CT CAG) and a st...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
1. If symptoms such as chest tightness persist despite medication treatment, a cardiac catheterization may be considered. 2. A 12-minute exercise electrocardiogram has met the required exercise load for the examination. 3. Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified indicates the...[Read More] Understanding Cardiac CT and Exercise ECG: Key Insights for Heart Health
Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Anxiety or Heart Disease?
Frequent chest pain? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the middle of my chest for the past few weeks. I have undergone X-rays, ultrasounds, and electrocardiograms, all of which showed no abnormalities. However, sometimes the pain occurs when I change positions, and a...
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 advisable to...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Anxiety or Heart Disease?
Understanding Heart Palpitations: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Feeling the heartbeat? Hello, Doctor. I'm sorry for the long message, but I'm really anxious and don't know what to do. About a month ago, around midnight, my heart suddenly started beating very hard, reaching over 90 beats per minute, almost 100 (normally it'...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and the absence 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 intake of caffeinated beverages. It is advisable ...[Read More] Understanding Heart Palpitations: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Small Intramural Hematoma in the Aortic Root: What You Need to Know
Small hematoma in the anterior wall of the aortic root? The CT scan of the chest with CTA revealed focal wall thickening in the anterior wall of the aortic root, with differential diagnoses including intramural hematoma and motion artifact. The suspected lesion was consistently o...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, the CT scan and echocardiogram did not show any significant abnormalities, which may be due to artifacts. Without reviewing the report of the exercise electrocardiogram, I cannot make a definitive statement. Theoretically, a positive exercise electrocardiogram may indicate...[Read More] Understanding Small Intramural Hematoma in the Aortic Root: What You Need to Know
Sudden Rapid Heartbeat and Breathing Difficulty: When to Seek Help?
Sudden rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing? Hello doctor, I experienced a sudden episode last night around 12 to 1 AM while lying on my left side and not yet asleep. I felt my heart beating very hard and fast for about 2 seconds, during which I felt like I couldn't catc...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and absence 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 intake of caffeinated beverages. It is advisable to a...[Read More] Sudden Rapid Heartbeat and Breathing Difficulty: When to Seek Help?
Post-Vaccine Heart Rate Changes: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Vaccine-related Hello, I received the AZ vaccine three days ago. Before the vaccination, my blood pressure and pulse averaged between 75-85/50-60/60-70. However, in the past few days, my pulse has been around 90-105, and I have experienced some mild chest tightness. Should I seek...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
A pulse rate of 60 to 100 beats per minute is considered normal; however, if you experience any discomfort, it is still recommended to visit a hospital for an electrocardiogram (ECG) examination.[Read More] Post-Vaccine Heart Rate Changes: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Chest Pressure: Is It Just GERD or Something More?
Chest tightness? Hello Doctor: If the chest pressure sensation is caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), are there usually other symptoms? I only experience chest pressure, which doesn't necessarily occur after meals; it can happen while resting or doing nothing, ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and the absence of chronic diseases, your risk of developing heart disease is low. If both the electrocardiogram and chest X-ray are normal, there is no need for concern. However, if symptoms persist, you may consider undergoing a cardiac ultrasound examinat...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pressure: Is It Just GERD or Something More?
Understanding Palpitations: Causes and Impact on Sleep Quality
Feeling the heartbeat while lying down? In the past few weeks, I have frequently noticed a pronounced sensation of my heartbeat, with a heart rate of around 90 beats per minute. I feel that it is starting to affect my sleep quality. What could be the causes of this phenomenon?
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 advisable to...[Read More] Understanding Palpitations: Causes and Impact on Sleep Quality
Understanding Rapid Heart Rate: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Rapid heartbeat Using a pulse oximeter for about five minutes, my heart rate remained between 115-120 beats per minute, while others measured a normal rate of 70-80. Additionally, I often experience difficulty breathing. Could there be an underlying issue?
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Many factors in daily life can contribute to this situation, such as emotions, stress, irregular sleep patterns, or excessive intake of caffeinated beverages. It is advisable to adjust your lifestyle and engage in regular exercise. However, if symptoms persist, it is recommended ...[Read More] Understanding Rapid Heart Rate: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Heart Rate Issues: Anxiety, Sleep, and Cardiac Health
Heart rate issues In the past, my heart rate was consistently around 120 beats per minute. Whenever I saw my blood pressure being taken, I would inexplicably feel anxious, causing my heart rate to increase. During college, I often couldn't sleep at night due to noise from my...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, anxiety has caused autonomic nervous system dysregulation. Don't worry, you can manage it without medication; just monitor your condition. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Heart Rate Issues: Anxiety, Sleep, and Cardiac Health
Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Sudden chest pain? Around 6 PM, while lying on the sofa and scrolling through my phone, I suddenly felt a tearing pain in my left chest, especially when taking a deep breath or raising my left arm. There was no obvious point of tenderness, but sometimes when lying down, pressing ...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and the absence 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, and irregular sleep patterns. However, if symptoms persist, it is still advisable to vis...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Left Chest Pain: Is It a Sign of Heart Issues?
Pain on the left side of the chest with kyphosis? Hello, Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing occasional tightness and pain in my left chest, especially when bending my body (the location of the pain seems to vary each time, sometimes near the heart and other times closer t...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
Due to your young age and the absence 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 intake of caffeinated beverages. It is advisable ...[Read More] Understanding Left Chest Pain: Is It a Sign of Heart Issues?
Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases: When to Seek Medical Advice
Sudden increase in heart rate? Recently, when measuring my heart rate with a Xiaomi device, it sometimes suddenly exceeds 100, reaching as high as 190. It also spikes over 100 during the night, and I don't feel any discomfort or notice an increased heartbeat at that time. Oc...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, your heart rate exceeds 100, with a maximum of 190. It is difficult to determine if there is an arrhythmia. It is advisable to follow up with a cardiologist for further evaluation. Ping An Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Heart Rate Increases: When to Seek Medical Advice
Sudden Dizziness and Rapid Heartbeat During Naps: What to Know
Sudden dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and a feeling of not being able to breathe during a nap? Hello, doctor. Today during my nap, I suddenly felt dizzy, my heart raced, and I felt like I couldn't catch my breath. The last time this happened was last Wednesday, also during a na...
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 intake of caffeinated beverages. It is advisable to adju...[Read More] Sudden Dizziness and Rapid Heartbeat During Naps: What to Know
Understanding Premature Heartbeats: A Guide to Atrial and Ventricular Differences
Issues Related to Premature Heart Contractions Hello, Doctor. I would like to inquire about premature contractions of the heart. 1. What is the difference between ventricular premature contractions (VPCs) and atrial premature contractions (APCs)? 2. Do both types present sympto...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, the difference between ventricular premature contractions (VPCs) and atrial premature contractions (APCs) lies in their location of occurrence; one occurs in the ventricles and the other in the atria. The symptoms can be difficult to distinguish, as both may present as a s...[Read More] Understanding Premature Heartbeats: A Guide to Atrial and Ventricular Differences
Understanding Irregular Heartbeats: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Arrhythmia Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about a recent issue I've been experiencing. I often feel like my heart skips a beat suddenly and this happens continuously. If I were to represent it numerically, it would be like this: 1, 2, 3 (missed beat), 5, 6, 7 (missed ...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it sounds like the symptoms may be caused by premature heart contractions. It is recommended to arrange a 24-hour Holter monitor for further diagnosis. Ping An Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Heartbeats: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Does Dehydration from Heat Cause Increased Heart Rate and Blood Pressure?
Does heat injury and dehydration lead to increased heart rate and elevated diastolic blood pressure? Hello doctor, my heart rate has been between 100-110 beats per minute, and my blood pressure is around 126-130 systolic and 95 diastolic. I have undergone blood tests and an elect...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it is normal for your heart rate to increase in hot weather, and you may experience symptoms such as dry mouth and a sensation of heat in your body. A heart rate of 100-110 beats per minute and a blood pressure of 126-130 over 95 is indeed within the normal range. Dehydrat...[Read More] Does Dehydration from Heat Cause Increased Heart Rate and Blood Pressure?
Understanding Sudden Rapid Heartbeat and Breathing Issues: Causes and Solutions
Sudden rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a situation that has been occurring since mid-last year. Every once in a while, I experience episodes of rapid heartbeat and sudden spikes in blood pressure. In October of last year, I underw...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Hello, it sounds like anxiety is causing autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I recommend continuing medication and consulting with a mental health specialist. I pray for your peace. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Rapid Heartbeat and Breathing Issues: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Palpitations: Causes and Concerns for Athletes
Palpitations? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you about something. Recently, due to the pandemic, I've been staying at home, and I often feel my heartbeat throughout the day. However, when I'm eating or looking at my phone and not paying special attention to it, I don...
Dr. Wu Xueming Reply:
A normal heart rate ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute, while athletes may have a slower rate. However, if you frequently experience discomfort, it is advisable to visit a hospital for an electrocardiogram (ECG) examination.[Read More] Understanding Palpitations: Causes and Concerns for Athletes