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What Causes Arythmies And Heartaches?

Im worried about my grandmother, she is 72 and upsets much and has arythmies and heartaches, and I'm afraid that she could die, she takes pills for heart and for calmation everyday, I'm so scared for her, is there anything I can do to help her to live as longer?
Mon, 23 Feb 2015
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Thanks for your question.

Heart pain and arrhythmia may have multiple causes like myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, heart blocks, hyperthyroidism. First of all battery of investigations TSH, blood glucose levels, ecg should be taken followed by an ECHO at cardiologist centers.

Depending upon ECG and echo results treatment should be started by cardiologist.

If all organic disorders are ruled out then your grandmother symptoms might be due to anxiety which can be treated with anxiolytics.

Feel free to contact if you have any more concerns.

Kindly let me know if you have anymore concerns.

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Geriatrics Specialist Dr. Prakash H Muddegowda's  Response
Hello
Thank you for writing to us on Health care Magic.
Based on your history the response to your question is as follows.
1. Arrythmias and angina is exacerbated by stress, anxiety and stress.
2. She needs to take her medication regularly and will require relaxation.
3. Exercises should be mild like walking. Family support and involvement in social activities will help her relax. No stress should be present. This can help her live longer.
Hope this is helpful to you.
Do write back to me for further questions.
Thank you
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What Causes Arythmies And Heartaches?

Thanks for your question. Heart pain and arrhythmia may have multiple causes like myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, heart blocks, hyperthyroidism. First of all battery of investigations TSH, blood glucose levels, ecg should be taken followed by an ECHO at cardiologist centers. Depending upon ECG and echo results treatment should be started by cardiologist. If all organic disorders are ruled out then your grandmother symptoms might be due to anxiety which can be treated with anxiolytics. Feel free to contact if you have any more concerns. Kindly let me know if you have anymore concerns.