Hypotension, Cardiology FAQ - Page 3

If a patient with a history of heart failure and anticoagulant therapy suddenly experiences symptoms such as shortness of breath, palpitations, chest discomfort, hypotension, and dizziness, it is crucial to seek immediate medical attention. Continuing medication without consultin...

Misuse of nitroglycerin, a common medication for myocardial infarction, can lead to several adverse effects. These may include severe hypotension, tachycardia, headaches, dizziness, and potential exacerbation of angina symptoms. Inappropriate use can also result in tolerance, red...

I often experience shortness of breath, and sometimes I feel like my heart is beating very hard? Hello, doctor. I am currently a high school junior. Last May, I experienced two episodes of orthostatic hypotension that caused me to faint. I consulted a neurologist, and at that tim...

Suddenly standing up after squatting down? I would like to ask the doctor if it is possible for a brief sensation of palpitations to occur, which resolves shortly after standing up. Is this related to postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome or low blood pressure? Should I not b...

Vascular issues Experiencing a rapid heartbeat in the neck and back of the head, along with temporary vision changes such as partial blackness after undressing for a shower, may be related to several factors. This could be due to a sudden change in posture, which can lead to a dr...

Which specialty should I consult for my symptoms? Several years ago, my hospital health check revealed homocysteine levels at 12.32 and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein at 3.08. I did not follow up on this, but during my health check this February, my uric acid level was 8.9. ...

Mediterranean anemia Hello Doctor: I have Mediterranean anemia, and sometimes when I wake up from a nap, I experience severe headaches. When I squat or lie down and suddenly get up, I feel very dizzy. This used to happen occasionally, but now it has become frequent, and I often h...

Regarding blood pressure control? Hello Doctor: Recently, I had a severe cold and a serious cough, and during a medical visit, I discovered that my blood pressure was elevated at around 155/107. After a week of observation, the clinic doctor started me on two antihypertensive med...

Endotracheal intubation Good evening, Dr. He. I apologize for any misunderstanding. Your response was very detailed, but my ability to express and understand may not be sufficient, so I still don't quite understand. What I want to ask is, if an elderly patient has a pacemake...

Complications that may occur during pacemaker surgery? Hello, Doctor He. I would like to ask you about my father, who has a pacemaker and is also a dialysis patient. He needs to have his obstructed permanent dialysis catheter replaced every 4 to 6 months at the hospital. In the e...

Palpitations? Hello, doctor. When I was 14 and 15 years old, I suffered from anxiety and depression. Since then, whenever I consume coffee, chocolate, or feel emotionally distressed, I experience rapid heartbeat, a slight pressure in my chest, and headaches. I have previously und...

Mitral valve prolapse, sudden fainting while sitting? Hello Doctor: First of all, I want to thank you for your hard work! I am a freshman in college. During high school, I often stayed up late studying, and later I began to experience intermittent sharp pains in my heart. After r...

Feeling dizzy? Hello doctor, I often feel dizzy after sitting or standing for a long time, followed by a sense of weakness and swelling in my legs. When I lie down and rest for a while, I feel better. I'm not sure what could be causing this. Are there any methods to improve ...

During exercise, the heart may feel like it's struggling to catch its breath? Hello, Dr. He: I experience shortness of breath while jogging, and when I squat for a long time, I feel dizzy. When I stand up, I feel completely weak. Which department should I visit at a general ...

Strong heartbeat? Hello, I have been able to feel my heart beating since I was young, and I can even see my chest moving. However, it seems that normal people don’t experience this. This has been ongoing for about 10 years. I also have postural hypotension, experience tinnitus, a...

Is it normal? Hello doctor, I often feel dizzy, have difficulty breathing, and sometimes experience palpitations. My limbs are cold every day. My parents have a history of hypertension and hypotension. When I measured my blood pressure at the hospital, it was only 106/33. Is this...

Chest pain, fainting, low blood pressure, external impact? Doctor, I occasionally experience sharp pain in my chest, which has been severe enough to require a visit to the emergency room. However, the doctors could not determine the cause. A chest CT scan showed normal results. M...

Orthostatic hypotension Sometimes when I sit on the sofa and then stand up, I feel dizzy and my vision becomes blurry. It happens occasionally. Could this be orthostatic hypotension?

Dizziness due to hypotension? Dear Doctor, my mother is 61 years old and has a hereditary condition of low blood pressure. Her blood pressure readings usually show a systolic pressure that does not exceed 80 and a diastolic pressure that hovers around 50. She has long-term poor s...

Supplementary question? Hello, doctor. I just sent an email with a question and would like to add something I forgot to mention: I occasionally experience sudden chest tightness, but it doesn't last long and usually resolves within ten seconds.