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Abnormal EKG - very scared?
Four days ago, during the middle of the night, my heart began irregular heartbeats. This went on all night long, and it felt quite strong. It felt as if my heart would skip a beat. I have had this problem for 20 years but it was never "caught" but it is getting worse now. I went to urgent care the next morning; they caught it on the EKG, plus my blood pressure was moderately high. Usually my BP is 110/70 this was 150/100. My paulse is always low...usually around 60.
The doctor told me I have premature ventricular contractions; could be stress related or some physical problems which he is going to test for in two weeks. I went home w/BP medicine, mild dosage. He said this should stop the arrythmia. It has been four days now and it has not stopped. This is the longest it has ever continued. Usually it would only last a day. To make matters worse, I had a migraine/fever and am very sick now. Turned out to be influenza. Can this effect my heart, too? I am scared
5 Answers
- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
yes illnesses do have an effect on your heart and can make your heart irritable and beat fast, PVC's or premature ventricular arrythmia are not that big of a deal and can be treated usally with metoprolol(lopressor) or verapamil. i would not stress about it, these are actually VERY common. I am a cardiac nurse. Cut out stimulants such as caffine and no diet pills.
- mfcatLv 41 decade ago
Your pvcs are very common. However, you should be hooked up to a 24 hour holter monitor to count how many of those beats you are having, whether they are single beats or grouped or if you are having "runs" of them. A virus can definitely affect your blood pressure and bring on arrhythmia. Depending on your age and your family history, an exercise stress test may also be in order. Don't be afraid to suggest these to your doctor, these days you have to be your own advocate. Good luck.
- 1 decade ago
PVCs are generally harmless. however, it sounds like you're having more than just pvcs. did he put you on a beta blocker? it sounds like you're having more than just a few pvcs here and there. it sounds like you need to have a 24 hr holter monitor, which will show your heart rhythm for 24 hours. i would go back to your doctor and ask him for one, if not a referral to a cardiologist. next time you experience the palpitations, go back to urgent care, don't wait all night.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
You need to at least call in and report this. Hopefully, you are dealing with a cardiologist. They may need to adjust your medication. Their assumption would be that you have stabilized unless you tell them something different.
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- 1 decade ago
Please call your dr's office and go back asap . or go to the ER or urgent care and explain the whole situation to the dr there
