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Can Heat Cause Rapid Heartbeat?
the other day i was in the heat when my heart felt like it was hit with a hammer. uncontrolled sweating,breathing. pain went from heart down arms. ribs were sore and tender after. was really tired after. yesterday it happened after only a few minutes in sun. i am overweight,smoke,eat alot of fast food. i am male. 40 years old.
Wed, 2 Jan 2019
Hello,
After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that your symptoms are suggesting acute heart event and need urgent medical attention.
It's recommended for you to get an ECG, Echocardiography done and consult a cardiologist immediately.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that your symptoms are suggesting acute heart event and need urgent medical attention.
It's recommended for you to get an ECG, Echocardiography done and consult a cardiologist immediately.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
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