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What Causes Dizziness, Balance Problems And Shortness Of Breath?

Hi. I have had some health problems for over 2 yrs. I have had dizzy spells,balance problems,shortness of breath. Lately I have new symptoms along with these. They are stiffness in my hands and legs. Also aching legs at night and numbness in my feet,hands and face. I have had heart tests,brain tests. No doctors here know what s wrong. Please help me. My heart rate also goes between 120 and 145 when I m upset or walking up steps. It s can be 102 non while I m sitting. I just realized I have to pay. I can t afford to. I guess I will have to pray for someone to find what is wrong some more.:(
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Hello!
Thank you for your question on HCM! I understand your concern.
In my opinion your problems may be related to hyperthyroidism or just anxiety.
It is normal for the heart rate to raise during physical activity, but your baseline heart rate is a little high. This combined to the other neurological symptoms raises the suspicion of a metabolic problem like a hyperthyroidism.
The pain in your legs and numbness, the gait problems, may be caused by a possible polyneuropathy.
I would recommend a full blood work, a thyroid function test and an Electroneurography to rule out a possible polyneuropathy.
Hope to have been of help!
Do not worry. You are not going to pay for this answer.
Best wishes!
Dr. Abaz Quka
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What Causes Dizziness, Balance Problems And Shortness Of Breath?

Hello! Thank you for your question on HCM! I understand your concern. In my opinion your problems may be related to hyperthyroidism or just anxiety. It is normal for the heart rate to raise during physical activity, but your baseline heart rate is a little high. This combined to the other neurological symptoms raises the suspicion of a metabolic problem like a hyperthyroidism. The pain in your legs and numbness, the gait problems, may be caused by a possible polyneuropathy. I would recommend a full blood work, a thyroid function test and an Electroneurography to rule out a possible polyneuropathy. Hope to have been of help! Do not worry. You are not going to pay for this answer. Best wishes! Dr. Abaz Quka