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Is A Heart Rate Of 107 Bpm With Dizziness And Breathlessness A Cause For Concern?
Question: Hi, what happened with my heart after taking body stimulant, my heartbeat wasn't really easy to feel but at a time heart rate was 107, and blood pressure 149/95 very cold feet and hands veins on the hands nearly disappeared where normally thick and easy to notice. Face very pale, dizziness and short breath made me look like dead, I cant stand on my feet I have to lay on the floor with head higher than my body. I call that attack as I exactly know when it will happen. The blood pressure above is just after that stage. I know what is solution but id like to know what happened to me several times how it's called. Im going to see gp next week as well. Please for answer. Thank you
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to a sympathetic nervous system overreaction, leading to increased production of catecholamines (adrenaline and noradrenaline) which cause vessel constriction in the skin and abdominal organs and tachycardia.
You should know that this response, which is also called "fight or flight" response, is a normal physiological reaction of the body during situations of fear, panic or when the body feels danger.
Stimulant are known to cause an artificial stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system, acting not only in the central nervous system, but also in the peripheral adrenergic receptors, depending on the stimulants (the pharmacological formulation of the stimulant).
These effects can last up to some hours after taking the stimulant, and then the situation comes gradually to the point zero.
I recommend avoiding such stimulants, as they can cause not only high blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmia, but also can induce severe changes in the small vessels, especially when taken for a prolonged time.
I would like to mention also addiction (the need to take it always) and tolerance (the need for more stimulant to reach the same effect after some time), and many psychological problems related to their chronic intake.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Wishing all the best,
Dr. Iliri
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to a sympathetic nervous system overreaction, leading to increased production of catecholamines (adrenaline and noradrenaline) which cause vessel constriction in the skin and abdominal organs and tachycardia.
You should know that this response, which is also called "fight or flight" response, is a normal physiological reaction of the body during situations of fear, panic or when the body feels danger.
Stimulant are known to cause an artificial stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system, acting not only in the central nervous system, but also in the peripheral adrenergic receptors, depending on the stimulants (the pharmacological formulation of the stimulant).
These effects can last up to some hours after taking the stimulant, and then the situation comes gradually to the point zero.
I recommend avoiding such stimulants, as they can cause not only high blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmia, but also can induce severe changes in the small vessels, especially when taken for a prolonged time.
I would like to mention also addiction (the need to take it always) and tolerance (the need for more stimulant to reach the same effect after some time), and many psychological problems related to their chronic intake.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Wishing all the best,
Dr. Iliri
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
sounds dangerous the stimulant what i mean is street amphetamine what im addicted to for 2 years. id like to know was my life was in danger during that as i called that attack, and what might happen if i keep carry on taking amphetamine. i think i need someone to really scare me , so ill stop definitely. you said " normal physiological reaction" where for addicted persi
on normal means ok. im just ashamed to tell about that my gp i know he help but i cant and say im a junky help me, im a woman im just ashamed
on normal means ok. im just ashamed to tell about that my gp i know he help but i cant and say im a junky help me, im a woman im just ashamed
Brief Answer:
I strongly encourage you to talk about this with your attending physician.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
Thank you for the additional information provided.
I totally understand your delicate situation, but I would strongly encourage you to talk to your GP about this addiction.
You should know that during this attack, the blood pressure can raise in such values to cause intracerebral hemorrhage or stroke. The increased heart rate could lead to arrhythmia, which can be life threatening. This effects are usually dose dependent.
From the other hand the chronic use of amphetamine can also cause irreversible small vessel disease, leading to stroke in the future and possible heart attack. The chronic intake and high blood pressure can also lead to chronic changes in your heart, also called cardiomyopathy.
You should consult with a toxicologist and take the proper therapy against this addiction.
Psychotherapy would help with your psychological addiction to this drug.
You should remember that nobody is perfect, but the best thing to do is understand our mistakes and try to change as long as it is not too late.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards!
Dr. Iliri
I strongly encourage you to talk about this with your attending physician.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
Thank you for the additional information provided.
I totally understand your delicate situation, but I would strongly encourage you to talk to your GP about this addiction.
You should know that during this attack, the blood pressure can raise in such values to cause intracerebral hemorrhage or stroke. The increased heart rate could lead to arrhythmia, which can be life threatening. This effects are usually dose dependent.
From the other hand the chronic use of amphetamine can also cause irreversible small vessel disease, leading to stroke in the future and possible heart attack. The chronic intake and high blood pressure can also lead to chronic changes in your heart, also called cardiomyopathy.
You should consult with a toxicologist and take the proper therapy against this addiction.
Psychotherapy would help with your psychological addiction to this drug.
You should remember that nobody is perfect, but the best thing to do is understand our mistakes and try to change as long as it is not too late.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards!
Dr. Iliri
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
im appreciate for all answers, thank you. and my last question is that mean there is no chance to give up addiction without consulting my GP or just without help?
Brief Answer:
You need professional medical help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
It would be great if this happened, but I think that after two years of chronic abuse with such drug, your brain has been modified in such way that it is almost impossible to stop it only with some good wish.
You should know that after stopping a drug, after chronic drug abuse, withdrawal symptoms will occur and you will certainly need a specialized medical help. You can not do this alone.
So, just be brave and go to talk to your doctor. I am sure he will understand and help you in the best way possible.
There are millions of young persons in the world, just like you and there is nothing to be ashamed of. You are just a normal woman who needs medical help!
And remember that making mistakes, is part of being human.
Best wishes!
Dr.Iliri
You need professional medical help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
It would be great if this happened, but I think that after two years of chronic abuse with such drug, your brain has been modified in such way that it is almost impossible to stop it only with some good wish.
You should know that after stopping a drug, after chronic drug abuse, withdrawal symptoms will occur and you will certainly need a specialized medical help. You can not do this alone.
So, just be brave and go to talk to your doctor. I am sure he will understand and help you in the best way possible.
There are millions of young persons in the world, just like you and there is nothing to be ashamed of. You are just a normal woman who needs medical help!
And remember that making mistakes, is part of being human.
Best wishes!
Dr.Iliri
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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