Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Heart Health Concerns
Chest tightness Hello Doctor: I often feel a tightness in my chest and sometimes experience dizziness. Recently, I've been having heart pain that feels like a tight squeeze and usually lasts for a long time, about several minutes or more. Sometimes my heart races a few times...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Xiaoye, based on your description, it is possible that mitral valve prolapse is at play. It is advisable to visit a cardiology clinic for further examination. Changhua Hospital is concerned about your tall and slender physique, which is often the dream model figure for many ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Heart Health Concerns
Can Mild Mitral Valve Regurgitation Heal Without Surgery or Medication?
Is there a way to heal mitral regurgitation without surgery? Hello, Doctor. I recently discovered that I have "mild mitral regurgitation" during my mandatory military physical examination. I have read many articles on this topic, but I am still not very clear about a fe...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
1. Mitral regurgitation, also known as mitral valve insufficiency, may not necessarily be congenital. 2. Mitral valve prolapse is often congenital, but it does not always lead to mitral regurgitation. 3. It is generally not possible to achieve a cure without surgical intervention...[Read More] Can Mild Mitral Valve Regurgitation Heal Without Surgery or Medication?
Is It a Heart Issue? Understanding Chest Pain and Symptoms
Is it a heart problem? Hello Doctor: Sometimes I feel a tightness in my chest, as if I can't get fresh air. When I take deep breaths, I occasionally experience a sudden sharp pain and also have inexplicable shooting pains. Additionally, I often feel dizzy and nauseous, and s...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Based on your symptoms, it is highly likely that you have what is known as mitral valve prolapse (MVP). This condition can often be managed with medication to alleviate symptoms. The tall and slender physique associated with mitral valve prolapse is often considered the ideal mod...[Read More] Is It a Heart Issue? Understanding Chest Pain and Symptoms
Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms and Heart Health Concerns
Mitral valve prolapse Hello Doctor, I am a young woman with mitral valve prolapse and mild regurgitation. There is a slight backflow of blood, but overall, my heart function remains within normal limits. Recently, I have been experiencing sudden dizziness and prolonged chest pain...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
DEAR GIGI, the symptoms mentioned above are mostly caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction and are also related to mitral valve prolapse. It is advisable to use some medications for control and to visit a cardiology clinic for a detailed examination. Changhua Hospital is c...[Read More] Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms and Heart Health Concerns
Understanding Heart Palpitations and Shortness of Breath: Causes and Concerns
excuse me? Why do I sometimes feel a heaviness in my chest and occasionally experience palpitations? I previously had an electrocardiogram that came back normal, but for the past 5 to 6 years, I have felt short of breath even with minimal exercise (at that time, my weight was nor...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Jane, based on your description, you likely have mitral valve prolapse. An electrocardiogram cannot diagnose this condition, but some simple medications may help control your symptoms. It is advisable for you to undergo further examination at Changhua Hospital. Your tall a...[Read More] Understanding Heart Palpitations and Shortness of Breath: Causes and Concerns
Is My Slow Heartbeat a Sign of Arrhythmia? Understanding Heart Health
My heart rate is slower than normal... could it be arrhythmia? Doctor! I have undergone examinations because my heart sometimes suddenly hurts a lot. I had a cardiac auscultation, gastroscopy, echocardiogram, and electrocardiogram. Both my gastroscopy and echocardiogram results w...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear BethelHR57, Bradycardia is defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which is considered normal between 60-100 beats per minute. A rate of 57 or 60 is quite similar, and it does not indicate arrhythmia, so there is no need to worry. I believe it may be related to ...[Read More] Is My Slow Heartbeat a Sign of Arrhythmia? Understanding Heart Health
Symptoms Similar to Endocarditis: What Should I Do?
If my symptoms are similar to endocarditis, what should I do? I have been experiencing a high fever for the past few days, with fluctuations of fever and afebrile periods. I previously had a cold, so I thought this fever might be related to it. However, the fever has persisted fo...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Smilekey, please see a doctor for a detailed examination as soon as possible. There are many causes of fever, and the likelihood of endocarditis is low. Prompt medical attention is necessary to identify the cause and provide appropriate treatment. Changhua Hospital cares abo...[Read More] Symptoms Similar to Endocarditis: What Should I Do?
Understanding Rapid Heartbeat and Dizziness: Cardiovascular Insights
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Dr. He, I would like to ask you about something. I often experience dizziness, rapid heartbeat, chest tightness, and at night when I sleep, my heart feels like it's racing as if it might jump out. Could you...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Enjoy, the symptoms you described are known as palpitations, which may be related to endocrine issues or mitral valve prolapse. Medication can effectively improve these symptoms. Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) refers to a condition where the mitral valve, located between the ...[Read More] Understanding Rapid Heartbeat and Dizziness: Cardiovascular Insights
Understanding Chest Pain: Is It a Heart Problem?
Chest pain I occasionally experience pain in my left chest that radiates to my left back. I also feel a tightness in my chest, slight dizziness, and cold sweats. Could this indicate a heart problem? What might be the issue and how should I address it? Thank you.
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
DEAR MAGGIE, given your age, it is possible that you are experiencing mitral valve prolapse, but a detailed physical examination at a clinic is necessary for a more accurate diagnosis. Mitral valve prolapse occurs when the mitral valve, located between the left atrium and left ve...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It a Heart Problem?
Why Does Shaving My Calves Trigger Heart Palpitations?
Why does scraping the calf cause palpitations? In the past year, I have occasionally experienced palpitations, especially when getting a massage. When the therapist massages my calves, I feel continuous palpitations; if I stop the massage or have a lighter touch, it improves. Rec...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
DEAR DRYSTAL, based on your symptoms of dyspnea and low blood pressure, it may be related to autonomic nervous system instability. Why does rubbing your calves cause palpitations? I haven't heard of this; it could be that the stimulation in that area is particularly strong f...[Read More] Why Does Shaving My Calves Trigger Heart Palpitations?
Understanding Heart Weakness: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
There is often a feeling of heart weakness? Hello Doctor, first of all, thank you for taking the time to answer my questions amidst your busy schedule... I appreciate it. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent chest tightness, chest pain (sharp pain), shortness of breath (so...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear patient, You are experiencing symptoms such as chest tightness, chest pain (sharp pain), shortness of breath (with wheezing), palpitations, a feeling of weakness in the heart, cold sweats during episodes, and sometimes these symptoms can persist throughout the day. The timi...[Read More] Understanding Heart Weakness: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Understanding Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Issues: Symptoms, Risks, and Management
Tricuspid valve and mitral valve Hello, Recently, I have been experiencing chest tightness and palpitations, so I went to the hospital for an examination (I already knew I had mitral valve prolapse). After undergoing an echocardiogram and an electrocardiogram, the doctor inform...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a condition that requires an understanding of the heart's structure. The heart consists of four chambers: the right and left atria and the right and left ventricles, separated by valves that function like doors between rooms, allowing blood to ...[Read More] Understanding Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Issues: Symptoms, Risks, and Management
Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest pain. Pain with breathing? I occasionally experience heart pain... I'm not sure how to describe it clearly, but it feels like something is gripping me, as if I'm tied up with a rope that's being pulled tight, causing severe pain that makes it difficult to bre...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Meow, your symptoms are most likely caused by mitral valve prolapse. It is advisable to visit a cardiology clinic for further examination. Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a condition that requires an understanding of the heart's structure. The heart consists of four ch...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
What is typical mitral valve prolapse? I recently experienced chest pain and difficulty breathing, which was quite distressing and occurred sporadically. I have already sought medical attention, and the doctor informed me that these are symptoms of mitral valve prolapse. I have b...
Dr. He Dongjin Reply:
Dear Barbie, First, let's understand the structure of the heart. The heart contains four chambers, divided into the right and left atria and the right and left ventricles, similar to the compartments of a house. There are valves separating the atria and ventricles, functio...[Read More] Understanding Mitral Valve Prolapse: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Aortic Regurgitation in Newborns: Causes, Recovery, and Treatment
Incomplete closure of heart valves in a 1.5-month-old newborn? 1. How does mitral valve insufficiency become more likely during pregnancy? 2. How long does it take to recover, what is the probability of recovery, and how can recovery be enhanced? 3. What is the difference bet...
Dr. Huang Guosheng Reply:
Hello: The causes of valvular insufficiency can be congenital, such as mitral valve prolapse, or acquired, such as infection, degeneration, myocardial ischemia, and cardiac enlargement. Once valvular insufficiency occurs, it does not revert to normal and tends to worsen with age....[Read More] Understanding Aortic Regurgitation in Newborns: Causes, Recovery, and Treatment
Understanding Myocarditis: Risks from Common Colds and Symptoms to Watch
Hello, doctor. I have a question regarding myocarditis? Recently, I saw a news report about an adult who developed myocarditis due to a cold. Since colds are quite common, I would like to ask the physician which cold viruses are more likely to cause myocarditis and what symptoms ...
Dr. Huang Guosheng Reply:
Hello: Coxsackievirus, adenovirus, and echovirus are more likely to invade the heart and cause myocarditis. In the early stages of infection, symptoms are similar to those of a general infection, and there may even be no obvious symptoms. In the later stages of infection, there c...[Read More] Understanding Myocarditis: Risks from Common Colds and Symptoms to Watch
Severe Mitral Valve Issues and Moderate Tricuspid Valve Dysfunction Explained
Severe mitral valve regurgitation and moderate tricuspid valve regurgitation? Dear Dr. Lin, Thank you for your enthusiastic response; I truly appreciate it. This week, I visited the cardiothoracic surgeon and underwent an echocardiogram. The doctor mentioned that my heart functi...
Dr. Lin Liangyu Reply:
Hello: The rupture of the chordae tendineae of the mitral valve has caused significant regurgitation, and spontaneous recovery is unlikely. Additionally, given the presence of symptoms and the gradual enlargement of the heart, I believe that valve repair or replacement would be a...[Read More] Severe Mitral Valve Issues and Moderate Tricuspid Valve Dysfunction Explained
Navigating Heart Valve Issues After Endocarditis: Treatment Options Explained
Endocarditis Hello Dr. Lin, Last month, I developed infective endocarditis due to a green streptococcal infection, which my doctor said was triggered by a dental procedure. This led to pulmonary edema, and I underwent four weeks of antibiotic treatment and have since been discha...
Dr. Lin Liangyu Reply:
Hello: Endocarditis is primarily a condition treated by internal medicine, with surgery required only in a few specific situations. During the acute phase, surgery may be necessary if there is heart failure, large bacterial vegetations, poor response to medication, septic emboli,...[Read More] Navigating Heart Valve Issues After Endocarditis: Treatment Options Explained
Understanding Endocarditis: Is Surgery Always Necessary for Recovery?
Is surgery always necessary for endocarditis? I would like to ask if a patient can achieve 100% recovery from endocarditis after treatment, or is surgery always necessary? What are the risks associated with surgery? Thank you.
Dr. Zhong Yuxun Reply:
Hello, Midori: There are several causes and varying degrees of severity for endocarditis. Whether surgical intervention or medical treatment is necessary depends on various examinations and the assessment of a specialist. If surgery is required, it would involve open-heart surger...[Read More] Understanding Endocarditis: Is Surgery Always Necessary for Recovery?
Understanding Ventricular Septal Defect: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Expert Opinions
Ventricular septal defect (VSD) Eight years ago, I was first diagnosed with a ventricular septal defect (VSD) at a regional hospital. In March of this year, I needed surgery for a salivary gland tumor at a veterans' hospital, which required general anesthesia. During the car...
Dr. Huang Guosheng Reply:
Hello: In the case of a ventricular septal defect (VSD), if the defect is not very large and does not significantly increase pulmonary artery pressure, surgery may not be necessary. This is because surgery and anesthesia carry certain risks. Based on your situation, it seems that...[Read More] Understanding Ventricular Septal Defect: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Expert Opinions