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Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, Breathlessness, Pressure Behind Ear
At times, I have had a irregular heartbeat - PVC , tonight - it begins with several irregular beats; and, can t get a full breath and nausea . Tonight, i felt in addition gutted feeling, like the pain you have after being punched in the stomach; About 45 minutes later I felt a slight pressure behind my jaw bone and ear, then I feel a swollen vein , not directly behind my ear, but directly under my ear lobe, close to the corner of my jaw. 155/107; not sure what is going on
Mon, 17 Jun 2013
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A thorough history and physical examination is the first step –
Irregular heart beats need to be DOCUMENTED by ElectroCardioGram (EKG). / Standard ECG records the electrical activity of the heart, for a few seconds. It can detect the arrhythmia occurring during that time only. If the episode occurs randomly, one needs Holter or event monitor.
With other symptoms, TMT (Treadmill exercise ECG) / LABORATORY work-up – may all be necessary for further assessment and assistance. You may even need Electro Physiological Studies (EPS)...
The treating doctor may suggest them depending on need, based on his assessment of the situation.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
A thorough history and physical examination is the first step –
Irregular heart beats need to be DOCUMENTED by ElectroCardioGram (EKG). / Standard ECG records the electrical activity of the heart, for a few seconds. It can detect the arrhythmia occurring during that time only. If the episode occurs randomly, one needs Holter or event monitor.
With other symptoms, TMT (Treadmill exercise ECG) / LABORATORY work-up – may all be necessary for further assessment and assistance. You may even need Electro Physiological Studies (EPS)...
The treating doctor may suggest them depending on need, based on his assessment of the situation.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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