Suggest Treatment For Increased Heart Rate, Tiredness And Lightheadedness

Posted on Sun, 14 May 2017

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Sun, 14 May 2017 Answered on

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Question : I am having fast heart rate but normal blood pressure and feeling tired and a little lightheaded. What could it be. Getting an appointment for cardiac evaluation that may take several weeks. Is it okay to wait?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,for now

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
If there is just fast heart rate with normal blood pressure then it doesn't sound to me like an emergency,however if this is associated with chest pain, irregular heart beats,breathing difficulties or fainting then you should visit ER. Also, if there is progressive fatigue with breathlessness you should see doctor. Otherwise,try to avoid excessive physical activity,alcohol,smoking,coffee and emotional stress till your scheduled evaluation. Wish you good health. Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (12 minutes later)

Is resting heart rate of 104 - 109 bad for woman who is overweight and sedentary?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not really

Detailed Answer:
This is just slightly above upper normal limit which is 100,but in overweight people even 110 may be normal so this is not worrying finding.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T