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Are Hard To Breathe, Dizziness And Sleeplessness The Symptoms Of Heart Problems?
I am 16 years old, 5'4, and have epilepsy and anxiety. I am normally 135-140 lbs, but have gained about 25 lbs because of the pills I have taking for both diseases. Recently, I have not been sleeping, and I have been very dizzy, and when I walk up the stairs too fast, I find it VERY hard to breathe. Could this be the start of heart problems?
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Hi,
None of your complaints are heart related.
Breathlessness may be caused by your weight gain, you should try to diet strictly, as with your medications you gain weight.
Sleeplessness may be caused by your medications.
Dizziness may be caused either by anxiety or by your medications.
For last two complaints consult your neurologist to revise the treatment if they disturb you much.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
None of your complaints are heart related.
Breathlessness may be caused by your weight gain, you should try to diet strictly, as with your medications you gain weight.
Sleeplessness may be caused by your medications.
Dizziness may be caused either by anxiety or by your medications.
For last two complaints consult your neurologist to revise the treatment if they disturb you much.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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