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What Causes Shortness Of Breath With Pain In Chest?

hi i had ppcm and my bp is averaging 140/85 pulse of 60 and i am on a beta blocker.... I still get chest pains and shortness of breath but my stress test was good and my cardio mri was good.. i used a halter monitor and it showed at times i spiked to 120 plus heart rate and on a occasion i had 4extra beats together any clues.... the more opinions the better in my book....
Mon, 9 Jan 2017
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Hi,

How much is your ejection fraction, is it low? If it is then I guess you must on diuretics or water pill, if not then you need to be on or if yes then dose need to be increased to relieve your shortness of breath. Is your hemoglobin normal, get it tested if not tested recently.

Chest pain are common in PPCM, its probably the gastritis and reflux causing pain. So avoid spicy and fatty foods. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. Also maintain sleep habits regular and also do regular exercises. Have some walk after meals instead of taking rest immediately. You can take acid suppressant like tab Rantac.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sagar Makode
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What Causes Shortness Of Breath With Pain In Chest?

Hi, How much is your ejection fraction, is it low? If it is then I guess you must on diuretics or water pill, if not then you need to be on or if yes then dose need to be increased to relieve your shortness of breath. Is your hemoglobin normal, get it tested if not tested recently. Chest pain are common in PPCM, its probably the gastritis and reflux causing pain. So avoid spicy and fatty foods. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. Also maintain sleep habits regular and also do regular exercises. Have some walk after meals instead of taking rest immediately. You can take acid suppressant like tab Rantac. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sagar Makode