Palpitations, Cardiology FAQ - Page 22

Recently, I've been experiencing chest tightness, palpitations, and insomnia at night, and I'm unsure whether it's a heart issue or a disorder of the autonomic nervous system? This morning, I woke up feeling palpitations and chest tightness while lying in bed. When...

Cardiac problem consultation? Dear Dr. He, I have some heart-related issues I would like to consult you about: 1. Could you please explain the difference between "premature ventricular contractions" (PVCs) and "atrial fibrillation" (AFib), and how can one di...

Skin pain, chest pain, lower back pain? Hello, Doctor. Last year, I experienced fainting twice around my menstrual period. After undergoing an electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, and 24-hour Holter monitoring, I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse, along with anxiety and auto...

Frequent palpitations I usually experience frequent palpitations at night, especially when lying in bed. I visited a clinic, and the doctor suggested it might be caused by gastroesophageal reflux and prescribed medication. However, my palpitations have not significantly improved....

Feeling hot in the middle of the night? Hello, doctor. For the past month, I have been waking up suddenly in the middle of the night feeling very hot in my head and upper body, and my face also turns red. My body temperature is normal. A few days ago, I visited my family physicia...

Experiencing numerous uncomfortable symptoms? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I suddenly experienced palpitations, and after seeing a doctor, I was told that my electrocardiogram was normal and it might be related to autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Later, I went to another hospita...

Ventricular premature contraction (VPC) Hello Doctor, since the beginning of March, I have been experiencing a sensation of missed beats and a pounding feeling in my chest. Sometimes I also feel chest tightness and dizziness. I went to the hospital where I had a 24-hour Holter mo...

Occasional sensation of the heart contracting? Fifteen years ago, I visited a cardiologist due to discomfort and underwent an echocardiogram and a 24-hour Holter monitor, which ultimately revealed mild mitral valve prolapse that was deemed not significant. Recently, I have been e...

Mitral valve prolapse Hello Doctor, I experience palpitations and underwent an echocardiogram due to mitral valve prolapse. Although the doctor mentioned it is mild, there are two measurements that did not meet the standard: LVIDD 38.98 mm (normal range 40.00 - 55.00) and SV (Tei...

Sudden rapid heartbeat? Hello doctor, my usual heart rate is between 90 and 110 beats per minute, but sometimes I feel a sudden constriction in my airway at the moment of inhalation (this can happen even when I'm not exercising, approximately every three months). After that,...

Do persistent palpitations require long-term medication? Hello, Doctor. In 2015, I was diagnosed with mild mitral valve prolapse and mild regurgitation of the mitral and tricuspid valves through an echocardiogram. Last year, in 2020, I was also found to have mild aortic regurgita...

Consultation for Heartbeat Concerns Hello Dr. He, Recently, I have been experiencing a sensation of my heartbeat while lying flat during sleep. The heartbeat is not fast, and the frequency remains the same, but I can feel a pronounced thumping sensation. I do not feel particular...

Cardiac issues Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from panic disorder for 26 years. Several years ago, I experienced skipped heartbeats and had to rush to a nearby hospital. The doctor used a stethoscope to examine me and immediately performed a resting electrocardiogram (ECG)....

Heart rate during sleep affects sleep quality? Hello doctor, when I lie down to sleep, I can clearly feel my heart beating. The rate is normal, but I continuously feel the heartbeat, which affects my breathing rate and ultimately leads to slight anxiety and difficulty falling asl...

Palpitations have persisted for a long time? Hello Doctor, I suddenly started feeling palpitations since last night. I measured my heart rate with a blood pressure monitor, and it was around 70 to 90 beats per minute. Occasionally, when I walk, it feels faster, but I don't f...

Arrhythmia issues? Background: Since childhood, I have experienced discomfort (palpitations, chest tightness, and numbness in the hands) after drinking coffee. I usually exercise (jogging, hiking) and tend to be a more anxious person. Recently, after swimming, I suddenly felt a t...

Atrial Fibrillation Treatment During the Lunar New Year, I experienced episodes of my heart suddenly beating very fast and then very slow, irregularly. I later went to the emergency room, where the doctor diagnosed me with atrial fibrillation, with a heart rate of about 150 beats...

Long-term palpitations and dizziness for a year? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing palpitations daily for the past year, often accompanied by dizziness. These symptoms do not occur when sitting or lying down, but only when walking, where I feel my heart racing and a bit shor...

Cardiac problem consultation? Dear Dr. He, I have been experiencing chest tightness, sharp chest pain, and palpitations (a sensation of my heart pounding) over the past two days. About a year ago, I underwent a Doppler echocardiogram, and the physician indicated that I have mild...

Cardiac issues Hello Doctor: Occasionally, my heart suddenly beats strongly, causing me to cough twice, and then it returns to its normal rhythm. This happens without any warning. I've experienced this since high school, but it occurs infrequently. Is there any underlying co...