- Female
- 57 Years
- 29/01/2025
Why do I feel nervous and anxious all the time? My heart's always thumping really hard, and I can actually feel it when I touch my chest. It's making me really uneasy. What could be causing this?
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See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Trivial mitral regurgitation is a common finding and usually does not cause any symptoms or require treatment. As for the skipped heart beats, if they are occasional and not causing any other symptoms, they may not be concerning. However, since you are experiencing them frequently, it would be best to follow up with your doctor for further evaluation. In the meantime, you can try to manage your symptoms by reducing stress and anxiety. If your doctor deems it necessary, they may prescribe medications such as beta-blockers like Metoprolol to help regulate your heart rate and blood pressure. It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations for further management.
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I've been experiencing this chest heaviness and occasional pain on the left side, especially when I'm walking or lifting something heavy on that side. It's got me a bit worried, even though I had an ECG, echo, and treadmill test done earlier this year, and they all came back normal. Im 33, and my BMI is 24. I make sure to walk for 30 minutes daily. My LDL cholesterol is 131, total cholesterol is 198, HDL is 49, and triglycerides are at 89. Does everything seem alright with these numbers, or should I be concerned about these symptoms?
While your ECG, echo, and TMT results from earlier this year are normal, the chest heaviness and pain you experience while walking or lifting heavy weights on the left side should not be ignored. Your lipid profile shows slightly elevated LDL cholesterol at 131 mgdL, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but your total cholesterol and triglycerides are within acceptable ranges. Although these findings are somewhat reassuring, persistent symptoms warrant further evaluation. Consider following up with a cardiologist to discuss these symptoms and possibly repeat or conduct additional tests. Managing cholesterol through diet, exercise, and possibly medication, as well as continuing regular physical activity, is essential. Given your symptoms, it's crucial to ensure there is no underlying cardiovascular issue.
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