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Dr_Ze
United Kingdom121 Posts
If its an actual arrythmia the most likely cause will be atrial fibrillation. There are a variety of treatments for the condition, and it can be caused by a variety of things. Next time she feels that way she should go to an ER and an ECG will clearly show the condition | ||
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Renent
Canada302 Posts
As I said earlier I wouldnt even dare to make a diagnosis with just symptoms. No vitals, no signs, no ECG etc... She also may need a ultrasound and bloodwork drawn... It could just be a normal inspirational sinus arrhythmia. | ||
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mordk
Chile8385 Posts
The point is, you should see a doctor, I also tried to calm the OP down as he seems really stressed. Most of the diagnostic possibilities are benign conditions and self-limited or with simple treatments, you shouldn't worry excessively, just enough to see a doctor. | ||
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Dirkzor
Denmark1944 Posts
You should open up a doctors corner here on TL =) | ||
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Renent
Canada302 Posts
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mordk
Chile8385 Posts
On April 07 2012 02:24 Renent wrote: Hey mordk, I was also going to ask you about your reasoning behind SVTs... It's just a rather common arrhythmia on young people suffering palpitations as a symptom, but it's just a suspiscion, without a consult it's impossible to know. You'd need to clear up more anamnestic details and throw in a small workup if you think that's the diagnosis. Usually the patient refers several episodes of sudden onset of fast, regular palpitations, with equally sudden cease of the symptoms. But in this case it was meant more as an example than a specific diagnosis, since I'd have to see her myself and do the appropriate tests to actually know. | ||
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Renent
Canada302 Posts
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Elegance
Canada917 Posts
On April 06 2012 04:05 mordk wrote: -Does it appear during physical exertion or while at rest? -Is it accompanied by loss of conciousness? -Are the heart beats slow or fast? Regular or irregular? -How long does the symptom last? -Any other problematic symptoms? -Is it accompanied by shortness of breath or chest pain? Classic questions! Also family history is an important one. | ||
LosingID8
CA10828 Posts
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Renent
Canada302 Posts
On April 07 2012 12:01 LosingID8 wrote: while this thread topic itself is problematic (due to the fact that we have no VS or PE to work with), i really wish that people without any medical expertise would refrain from commenting from these type of health-related issues. pretty sure anyone with medical expertise expressed how important it is seek professional care. | ||
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eshlow
United States5210 Posts
Go to the ER | ||
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mordk
Chile8385 Posts
On April 07 2012 12:01 LosingID8 wrote: while this thread topic itself is problematic (due to the fact that we have no VS or PE to work with), i really wish that people without any medical expertise would refrain from commenting from these type of health-related issues. This is a very important issue. Personally I'm by no means an expert, but I do have clinical experience. However, whenever I answer a topic with a medical question I always try to remind the asker that there's no way in hell I can do a full evaluation over the internet, and that they need to see a doctor. I've thought about opening a "medical questions thread", but it can be dangerous, people should always understand that even when given by a doctor, medical advice through the internet =/= a real medical consult. | ||
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Elegance
Canada917 Posts
On April 07 2012 14:19 mordk wrote: This is a very important issue. Personally I'm by no means an expert, but I do have clinical experience. However, whenever I answer a topic with a medical question I always try to remind the asker that there's no way in hell I can do a full evaluation over the internet, and that they need to see a doctor. I've thought about opening a "medical questions thread", but it can be dangerous, people should always understand that even when given by a doctor, medical advice through the internet =/= a real medical consult. It's not actually a bad idea for some of the smaller trivial health problems they may have though. Obviously half the time they will just be referred to go seek a health professional. But like if they have some sort of skin problem like say eczema, (they can attach pics), they can be told to get some hydrocortisone cream OTC from the local store etc. | ||
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Renent
Canada302 Posts
On April 07 2012 14:19 mordk wrote: This is a very important issue. Personally I'm by no means an expert, but I do have clinical experience. However, whenever I answer a topic with a medical question I always try to remind the asker that there's no way in hell I can do a full evaluation over the internet, and that they need to see a doctor. I've thought about opening a "medical questions thread", but it can be dangerous, people should always understand that even when given by a doctor, medical advice through the internet =/= a real medical consult. A doctor on TL? Man, we really need to get a health care provider thread going! | ||
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LunaSea
Luxembourg369 Posts
(Like extreme endurance conditions test) 'will see what I have, I'm kinda worried too. Hope it turns out well with your girlfriend. | ||
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ecstatica
United States542 Posts
Once any of you guys get more info please post your results. Its usually diagnosed as panic attacks/anxiety disorder and most professionals close their eyes on the issue, where it could potentially be dangerous. Ah, youre young, dont worry about it, just stress/muscle twich. Well, Ive had this for years. It wont go away on its own. My guess is chemical imbalances, did your gf do any drugs or drank often? Could be a trigger too. | ||
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Glurkenspurk
United States1915 Posts
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Phyre
United States1288 Posts
Now you know what happens when you intake way too much caffeine in a short period of time. Just glad she's okay but jeez does she make odd decisions sometimes. | ||
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ecstatica
United States542 Posts
I have a similar problem and it gets worse when I drink coffee. I think it's not just the caffeine, it's every stimulant as well. I still drink coffee (pretty irresponsible of me) because I'm apparently addicted to it - as time passed I kind of learned to cope with the symptoms (to an extent). All of that appeared out of nowhere when I was 24 and it doesn't have to do with just coffee. | ||
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