Posts Tagged ‘Shortness Of Breath’

Congestive Heart

August 1st, 2011

A congestive heart can be fatal without the proper treatments.  That is why today the government spends a lot of time and resources researching for cures and preventatives.
When you suffer from having a congestive heart then the heart is not able to maintain adequate circulation of blood in the tissues of the body or to pump out the venous blood returned to it by venous circulation.  It is very important for all patients to understand what their heart is doing so they may take action to prevent any failure by the heart.

We do realize that you cannot see inside your chest and know what is going on but there are symptoms that will clue you into the fact that you are having some problems.   All of a sudden, you notice that you have a shortness of breath whenever you try to walk or go up and down steps. This is one of the major signs of heart congestion.

All of a sudden, you realize that you tire easily and feel constantly tired even after a good nights rest.  Fatigue and tiring is another signal that you should call your physician with concerns about your possibility of congestive heart problems. When you find the swelling of the feet, ankles, legs and occasionally the abdomen are constant and very discomforting then you should check with your doctor.  Persistent coughing, raspy breathing or wheezing is another symptom of having a congestive heart.

“If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor.”

Suddenly you find that you are gaining weigh and have no way of controlling this gain.  When you diet but still find that you are gaining weight, perhaps the problem is with your heart. The fact that you are still gaining weight without any cause may have cause for alarm.  This is a symptom of a congestive heart.  Breathing can be come rather difficult even when you are lying down. A cough or wheeze may also occur along with spitting up red sputum. These are all signals of a congestive heart and you should see your physician before it becomes congestive heart failure.

You are really into problems if you have chest pain feel palpitations of the heart and develop a fever do not hesitate go straight to the emergency room as this is a signal that your congestive heart failure is happening. You might have started out with some ankle swelling, feet swelling and leg swelling at that point I would immediately contact my physician. I am sure that at this point your physician will send you to a cardiologist. A cardiologist is a heart specialist. 

A heart specialist can make suggestions that will help you maintain a healthy life style and provide you with the proper medical care.  A proper diet is essential in having a healthy heart.  Medicine has improved over the years and so has procedures that your cardiologist will advise you.  Congestive heart problems need not become a situation of heart failure.

 

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Sudden Upper Back Pain, Chest Tightness? Never Felt This Before!?

September 21st, 2009

I’m a 29 y.o. female. A few weeks ago I developed these symptoms very suddenly, while lying on my left side in bed:
* Heaviness in chest
* Sharp pain in stomach, right below sternum
* Upper back tightness, pain
* Shortness of breath.
Symptoms went away when upper back was massaged deeply. Massaging stopped, symptoms came back. Massaging restarted, symptoms went away. All in all, I was knocked down by this for about 20-30 minutes. When it went away, I felt like nothing had happened at all.
That same day I had started antibiotics for strep throat. Had taken first dose 10-15 minutes before symptoms started. Completed 10-day regiment of antibiotics, symptoms haven’t come back.
I suffer from PSVT, but never had anything like this happen before.
Other medication being taken at the moment: tylenol with codeine for the throat pain, Yaz contraceptive.
At first I thought I didn’t have enough water and the pills were stuck in the trachea, causing all that. Any ideas?

Can A Patient Have Metastatic Lung Cancer, 4th Stage And Still Not Have Symptoms Like Chest Pains, Coughing?

September 16th, 2009

patient is female, 41 yrs.,stopped smoking in 1997. chest xrays and chest CT scan revealed numerous small nodules in both lungs, but primary source cannot be found. doctors said it is metastatic lung cancer, 4th stage
She has low hemoglobin count. she has small myoma which doctors said cannot be source of the lung nodules, but bleeds profusely during menstrual periods.
patient does not exhibit symptoms, does not have fever, cough, chest pains, does not suffer from shortness of breath, her skin is ok, is breathing normally.
a lung specialist wants to do VATS to take biopsy, because broncoscopy will not be able to get the needed samples (nodules are too small, far from airways of lung). is VATS the last recourse?

What Are Physical Symptoms Of A Heart Attack Besides Chest Pains?

September 15th, 2009

Heart Attack Warning Signs
Some heart attacks are sudden and intense — the “movie heart attack,” where no one doubts what’s happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people affected aren’t sure what’s wrong and wait too long before getting help. Here are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening:
Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.
Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, and back or jaw pain.
Learn the signs, but remember this: Even if you’re not sure it’s a heart attack, have it checked out (tell a doctor about your symptoms). Minutes matter! Fast action can save lives — maybe your own. Don’t wait more than five minutes to call 9-1-1.”
Yes, it is possible to have one in your 30′s but usually a pre-existing condition exists and/or a family history of heart disease. If you are having chest pain you should make sure you do regular breast exams at home and discuss your concerns with your doctor.

What Are These Symptoms – Shortness Of Breath, Dizziness, Chest Pains?

September 15th, 2009

Last week, I was feeling ill so I took some time off, I was sneezing + had a fever (like a flu virus), now I feel short of breath, dizzy and weak physically, last week when all this started I stopped smoking and I didn’t get any withdrawal symptoms, what is causing this ? Could it be smoking-related ? I have been smoking for about 5 years on and off

Why Do I Get Chest Pain Everytime I Get My Period?

September 7th, 2009

The chest pain starts a few days before my period starts and usually goes away when it ends. Sometimes it’s accompanied with shortness of breath. What do you think is the reason? I am going to the doctor just not now.
I’ve been tested for Anemia but I don’t have it.

Heart And Chest Pains Symptoms?

September 6th, 2009

hello, for about a week now every time I wake up in the morning I have shortness of breath and I have pain on my left side of my chest around the top of my heart and next to my sternum. My left arm isn’t numb so it couldn’t be a heart attack. Does anyone know what can this be?

Can Vertigo And Chest Pain Be Symptoms To A Common Issue? If So, What?

September 3rd, 2009

Dizziness is also a symptom of a heart attack. If you develope shortness of breath, neck, jaw,upper back or arm pain, feel like you have indigestion, pain or pressure in your chest, start to sweat, have a sense of impending doom, headache or toothache related to jaw pain, nausea or vomiting,any of these along with your dizziness is a cause for concern. Don’t delay if you have any of these other symptoms,heart attacks are not always severely painful, some are silent and the first symptom is death. Too many people delay because they think it is only indigestion or the flu. Dizziness can be a symptom of your blood pressure dropping due to your heart beating irregularly.
Chew an aspirin, and get to an E.R. immediately if you have any of these other symptoms. Do not drive yourself.Call an ambulance, for if your heart stops enroute you will need professionals to revive you. Let the paramedics know that you took the aspirin.

Is It Unusual To Have Chest Pain With Mitral Valve Prolapse?

September 3rd, 2009

I have chest pain in the upper right part of my chest, sometimes feel shortness of breath. I am 65 years old and not overweight don’t smoke, and cholesterol is normal . I do not have high blood pressure, diabetes. I am a female.

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