HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes An Elevated Heart Rate With Increased Pressure In The Chest?

default
Posted on Tue, 2 Aug 2016
Question: I suddenly developed an extremely rapid heart rate with crushing pressure to my chest. The only thing I did which was a change of behavior is that I had one sip of a cold drink. laid down for a couple minutes, rate is still rapid--over a period of about 10 minutes. Pressure to chest appears to be subsiding. heat rate is still rapid.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
get an ECG done immediately

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for posting a query,
cold water will not cause such symptoms. you should get an cardiac evaluation done immediately. I would suggest you to get an ECG and BP checked as soon as possible.

take care.
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2010

Answered : 1090 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Cardiologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes An Elevated Heart Rate With Increased Pressure In The Chest?

Brief Answer: get an ECG done immediately Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting a query, cold water will not cause such symptoms. you should get an cardiac evaluation done immediately. I would suggest you to get an ECG and BP checked as soon as possible. take care.