Frequently, without any stimulation, my heart rate will suddenly get harder and faster, then go back to normal in a few minutes, whats going on? Im starting to get scared....
2006-12-27 10:33:02 · 7 answers · asked by smartree16 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
Hi!: I am 60 years of age and last May ended up in a local hospital with what was diagnosed as atrial fibrillation where the heart beats at a much higher rate and can be treated with medication. You should be checked out immediately by a qualified physician or D.O. and I know how you feel as I have been there. My condition was brought on by asthma which was only very recently diagnosed. I hope you have a digital blood pressure cuff and can keep track of your blood pressure and heart rate. If I were you, it would be a good idea to be checked out right away. Take care and have faith that your answer will come if you seek out the proper help. Do not delay your treatment of this! Have a great day!
2006-12-27 13:03:31 · answer #1 · answered by Susan B 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
SEE a DOCTOR and insist on tests!!! I had symptoms like this in my early 20's. The Doctors said it was just over stress and did no tests because of my age. Then I passed out and broke my arm. Doctor decided to have me wear a heart monitor for 24 hours as I went about my average day. I was having hundreds of tachycardia (fast irregular heartbeat) runs a day. I took medication for years till I had surgery to laser the nerve in my heart that was causing the problem. No more feeling light headed, waking up with a pounding heart, and feeling tired. These symptoms can also be from other causes--SEE A DOCTOR!!
2006-12-27 18:45:43 · answer #2 · answered by jo k 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That could be something somewhat worrisome. Disturbances of the heartbeat or arrythmias would be what I would worry about. Some of these may include Atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia or ventricular tachycardia (unlikely). Often, things may trigger a tachycardia (fast heartbeat) such as hyperthyroidism, alcohol or even caffeine. You should go see your doctor, have an EKG and possibly even a holter monitor (a box you carry around for 24 hours that records your heart rhythm) as well as have your thyroid gland checked.
2006-12-27 18:45:24 · answer #3 · answered by guts7575 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If this is a regular occurrence and there is nothing startling you and you are not exercising, then please see your doctor. You're right. This doesn't sound normal, but dwelling on it will be enough stimulation to prompt the response that is scaring you. Again, see your doctor.
2006-12-27 18:40:17 · answer #4 · answered by St N 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you think that something unusual is going on
Then you must not delay and go to see a cardiologist as soon as possible just to make sure everything is Okay.
2006-12-27 18:48:04 · answer #5 · answered by massimo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you done anything strenous? Are you taking medication? Sit down and relax, and call a doctor if you can. Rapid heart rate can be caused by many things, please take it serious.
2006-12-27 18:42:00 · answer #6 · answered by la gringa 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
just few new friend
2006-12-27 18:39:27 · answer #7 · answered by martha h 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋