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Suggest Treatment For Chest Pain And Shortness Of Breath

I just had an echo cardio gram every thing was fine except my heart was only working at 35 percent never had a heart attack do suffer from a fib was just told to stop taking flecinide was not working after 5 years rythemole for 4 befor that no chest pains no shortness of breath not tired ride bike 6 miles a day when in Florida ride 10 miles lift for half hour 75 pounds not tired or out of breath cross crountry for 20 min all in One day
Fri, 24 Aug 2018
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PALPITATIONS. It may indicate heart palpitations which can be bothersome or frightening. They usually aren't serious or harmful, though, and often go away on their own. Most of the time, they're related to stress and anxiety or to consumption of stimulants such as caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol. Anxiety is a feeling of apprehension, fear, or worry. In rare cases, palpitations can be a sign of a more serious heart condition. immediate medical attention is required if along with palpitations, there is experience shortness of breath, dizziness,chest pain, or fainting. Lifestyle changes, including stress management and the avoidance of common triggers, can help prevent them. It would be good to do some tests; stress test like treadmill test or stress echo which would make picture Crystal clear. Echo is also beneficial to see if heart contractility is fine.

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Suggest Treatment For Chest Pain And Shortness Of Breath

Hello, PALPITATIONS. It may indicate heart palpitations which can be bothersome or frightening. They usually aren t serious or harmful, though, and often go away on their own. Most of the time, they re related to stress and anxiety or to consumption of stimulants such as caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol. Anxiety is a feeling of apprehension, fear, or worry. In rare cases, palpitations can be a sign of a more serious heart condition. immediate medical attention is required if along with palpitations, there is experience shortness of breath, dizziness,chest pain, or fainting. Lifestyle changes, including stress management and the avoidance of common triggers, can help prevent them. It would be good to do some tests; stress test like treadmill test or stress echo which would make picture Crystal clear. Echo is also beneficial to see if heart contractility is fine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.