I have been having heart palpitations for about 9 months now. I have a thyroid disorder, and my medication has been adjusted. I have worn a 24 hr holter moniter and had an echocardiogram. The results came back as having a fast heart rate. That's it. But I can't shake the feeling that something is wrong. My heart starts to beat fast when I am watching tv, after I get out of bed...at times when I don't think I am having a panic attack, but how do I know? Are there foods that can trigger palpitations? I have cut back on caffeinated beverages and try to eat healthy. What should I do?
2006-09-06 03:52:55 · 7 answers · asked by keeperofella 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
If you have had all the tests Im wondering why your Drs have not recommended anything unless they are unable to find anything physically wrong with your heart or medications - I have panic attacks and apparently my heart does beat faster than normal although I cant feel it - one day my husband had his head against my chest watching some TV and he said my heart was beating faster than normal - about an hour later I had a panic attack while still watching TV and I wasnt worried about anything (not even the comment that my heart was beating faster) I also feel like im having adrenalin surges constantly though my body.
As for medications I cant take pseudoephodrine (found in cough and cold medications) as it makes my heart race to the point that I will be lieing in bed and I can feel my heart racing and Im out of breath and can barely lift my arms off the bed as they feel like lead. A Dr once told me that if I ever tried exctacy It would probbably kill me as that is made from ephedrine which is like a heavily concentrated form of the drug used in cold and flu medications.
There are medications that cause a fast heart beat and also panic attacks can make it happen.. my suggestion would be go back to your Drs and get it sorted out so that your happy with the results.
2006-09-06 04:00:42 · answer #1 · answered by ♥Kazz♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try getting a second opinion from another doctor.
I lived in Florida, and a lot of the dr's there were used to seeing elderly patients. They never took me seriously, one out right told me because of my age, he wasn't concerned.
I have bigeminy(sp?), which causes a rapid heart beat at rest, skipped beat etc. really no big deal. Some foods can trigger a rapid heart beat, caffeine for one. Could also be from your thyroid meds. Best bet, see another dr IMO.
2006-09-06 04:01:25 · answer #2 · answered by tikitiki 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your doing things food wise that are smart. Now you must stop worrying. It's anxiety that is causing your problem.
Have you told your doctor about this? I am sure that he could prescribe some sort of tranquilizer. Remember your doctor is your friend and talk to him and explain every thing that is bothering you. You should take a family member or friend with you when seeing him, this way the other person will help you remember what he says - under stress we often don't hear everything that is told to us etc.
2006-09-06 04:02:21 · answer #3 · answered by Dale 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely anxiety, but if you're still worried use a holter moniter for a longer duration, e.g. a week.
2006-09-06 04:03:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should ask your doctor to treat you for anxiety ASAP. Since none of your tests show a heart problem, it's ridiculous that your doctor is still treating you for one.
2006-09-06 03:59:11 · answer #5 · answered by frankiquilts 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have your doctor perscribe you some anti-anxiety medication, like xanax and that should help.... if it doesnt then they need to run tests to see what else it could be. most likley it is just anxiey!
2006-09-06 03:57:49 · answer #6 · answered by cali13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u might suffer from anxiety , see a dr or a certified therapist.
2006-09-06 04:22:52 · answer #7 · answered by rhine_15065 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋