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The other day while sitting at my computer, my heart starting beating so fast. Very rarely does this occur, but this rapid beating lasted for well over an hour. I had eaten some hummus and pita bread just prior to the palpatations. Could this be a reaction to the food?
since last august i get this weird thing happening but only about once a month...
im asleep and im dreaming that my heart just suddenly starts pumping fast...
and it wakes me up....
when im awake i realize that its really beating fast....
then i totally freak out cause i suffer from anxiety too...
the first time it happened i was convinced that it was a heart attack....
i do get palpitations...
but not as often anymore since i quit coffee and milk and try to get 8 hours of sleep....
the weird think it i never have the fast heartbeat when im awake...
anyone else have this symptom?
hi,
i read your posts and can certaintly empathize. 17 yrs ago i had my first tachycardic episode. shortly after this i developed panic disorder which was a living hell. it is the most terrifying thing to live with because it begins to control you at every level of your life. after i had my first child 13 years ago my symptoms became so much worse and i also developed pvcs which scared me so much. after an echo was done i was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse with moderate reguritation. after reading about mvp i discovered that many people with it also develope panic disorder because of a kink in the nervous system. i was so glad to hear that i was not causing the panic disorder. that it was not all in my head..it was very real. after the birth of my son 3 yrs ago i developed an arrithymia and put on quinidine. then 9 months later i had my last child and things got really bad. it is so frightening to feel like you are about to die at any minute. things are better now but i still have lots of pvcs. my new electrophysiologist wants to perform an ablation on me but i do not have medical insurance so that's out of the question.
when i first became symptomatic, i too developed a preoccupation with my symptoms which i know made them seem worse. it is not an easy thing to ignore the fast or wierd thumping in your chest or the dizziness, sweating, spaced out feeling, or the intense fear that can consume you. i have been panic free for 6 years now but i still feel the wierd symptoms i felt with it but without the fear or panic. i took paxil for 2 years and have not had one panic episode since.
i hope you two will begin to feel better again. my heart goes out to you because the fear you are feeling is very real.
Blessedx4
i read your posts and can certaintly empathize. 17 yrs ago i had my first tachycardic episode. shortly after this i developed panic disorder which was a living hell. it is the most terrifying thing to live with because it begins to control you at every level of your life. after i had my first child 13 years ago my symptoms became so much worse and i also developed pvcs which scared me so much. after an echo was done i was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse with moderate reguritation. after reading about mvp i discovered that many people with it also develope panic disorder because of a kink in the nervous system. i was so glad to hear that i was not causing the panic disorder. that it was not all in my head..it was very real. after the birth of my son 3 yrs ago i developed an arrithymia and put on quinidine. then 9 months later i had my last child and things got really bad. it is so frightening to feel like you are about to die at any minute. things are better now but i still have lots of pvcs. my new electrophysiologist wants to perform an ablation on me but i do not have medical insurance so that's out of the question.
when i first became symptomatic, i too developed a preoccupation with my symptoms which i know made them seem worse. it is not an easy thing to ignore the fast or wierd thumping in your chest or the dizziness, sweating, spaced out feeling, or the intense fear that can consume you. i have been panic free for 6 years now but i still feel the wierd symptoms i felt with it but without the fear or panic. i took paxil for 2 years and have not had one panic episode since.
i hope you two will begin to feel better again. my heart goes out to you because the fear you are feeling is very real.
Blessedx4
Dear Tee,
In general food allergies do not cause rapid heart-beats. There are many causes of tachycardia (fast heart beat) and they can be divided roughly into sinus (originating from the sinus node or heart
In general food allergies do not cause rapid heart-beats. There are many causes of tachycardia (fast heart beat) and they can be divided roughly into sinus (originating from the sinus node or heart
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My name's Haleh, and I'm 19 years old. Last night I had such a disturbing experience regarding my heart. I was lying in bed, about to drift off to sleep when I suddenly had this feeling of being high. I felt like I was on drugs, out of nowhere, and then my heart started POUNDING, and was beating incredibly fast. It scared me! I didn't move because I didn't wanna make my heartbeat go any faster in fear of a heart attack or something. My heart was like THUMPTHUMPTHUMPTHUMP, like it was going a million miles an hour. I'm really surprised nothing serious happened. But anyway, as I felt this drugged up sensation along with my rapid heartbeat, I heard voices in my head. They weren't speaking, it was a bunch of female voices going "RAWR" over and over again. I closed my eyes and took a really deep breath and got up. Right when I got up, everything was back to normal. I felt my heartbeat on my neck, and it was still kind of fast, as if I just got done exercising, but not nearly as fast as it was a few moments ago. I'm really worried! Can anyone tell me what this might be?
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I am so relieved after reading your postings. I am currently printing the posting for my boyfriend. It is very hard to explain the fear that we live with. I have done a lot of research on my condition (inappropriate sinus tachycardia) mostly out of fear. I have always been scared that I was misdiagnosed and that it was something much more serious. I was originally diagnosed with panic disorder but after the doctors could not get my heart rate down they brought in a cardiologist. The cardiologist sent me for a "Tilt Test". I have had this test done twice and both times they determined that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Has anyone else had this test? I am curious about how you were diagnosed with the condition since I have not heard any mention this test so far.
My second questions is this. When I first went to the hospital after dizziness and numbness in my left arm the doctors ran multiple tests on my heart. After being unable to lower my heart rate (it was at about 100 bpm) and an "abnormal" EKG they brought in a cardiologist. If my EKG came back "somewhat abnormal" (as it was explained to me), doesn't that indicate that something else was wrong? However, as soon as the cardiologist saw me he immediately told me that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia and sent my for my first Tilt test. I have not heard any mention of anyone having an abnormal EKG. Since I share in most of your fears of having a heart attach I constantly worry about that abnormal EKG over 3 years ago. I have had over 10 EKGs since then and they have been fine.
My second questions is this. When I first went to the hospital after dizziness and numbness in my left arm the doctors ran multiple tests on my heart. After being unable to lower my heart rate (it was at about 100 bpm) and an "abnormal" EKG they brought in a cardiologist. If my EKG came back "somewhat abnormal" (as it was explained to me), doesn't that indicate that something else was wrong? However, as soon as the cardiologist saw me he immediately told me that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia and sent my for my first Tilt test. I have not heard any mention of anyone having an abnormal EKG. Since I share in most of your fears of having a heart attach I constantly worry about that abnormal EKG over 3 years ago. I have had over 10 EKGs since then and they have been fine.
I am so relieved after reading your postings. I am currently printing the posting for my boyfriend. It is very hard to explain the fear that we live with. I have done a lot of research on my condition (inappropriate sinus tachycardia) mostly out of fear. I have always been scared that I was misdiagnosed and that it was something much more serious. I was originally diagnosed with panic disorder but after the doctors could not get my heart rate down they brought in a cardiologist. The cardiologist sent me for a "Tilt Test". I have had this test done twice and both times they determined that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Has anyone else had this test? I am curious about how you were diagnosed with the condition since I have not heard any mention this test so far.
My second questions is this. When I first went to the hospital after dizziness and numbness in my left arm the doctors ran multiple tests on my heart. After being unable to lower my heart rate (it was at about 100 bpm) and an "abnormal" EKG they brought in a cardiologist. If my EKG came back "somewhat abnormal" (as it was explained to me), doesn't that indicate that something else was wrong? However, as soon as the cardiologist saw me he immediately told me that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia and sent my for my first Tilt test. I have not heard any mention of anyone having an abnormal EKG. Since I share in most of your fears of having a heart attach I constantly worry about that abnormal EKG over 3 years ago. I have had over 10 EKGs since then and they have been fine.
My second questions is this. When I first went to the hospital after dizziness and numbness in my left arm the doctors ran multiple tests on my heart. After being unable to lower my heart rate (it was at about 100 bpm) and an "abnormal" EKG they brought in a cardiologist. If my EKG came back "somewhat abnormal" (as it was explained to me), doesn't that indicate that something else was wrong? However, as soon as the cardiologist saw me he immediately told me that I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia and sent my for my first Tilt test. I have not heard any mention of anyone having an abnormal EKG. Since I share in most of your fears of having a heart attach I constantly worry about that abnormal EKG over 3 years ago. I have had over 10 EKGs since then and they have been fine.
Hi, I'm a road biker with the same condition. My heart rate while riding my bike was 230 beats per minute, when I would walk up 2 flights of steps it would get to 200 and while curling my hair it would be at 170. I've been on 2 medications one is verapamil, digitek and now put on a third which I think is a beta blocker or calcium blocker. I just took the first dosage of 1/4 of the pill last night (5/22/02). I have felt a bit tired all day and a little dizzy. I don't know of anyone else on these medications and figured I could keep in touch with you a bit to see how you are doing. I'm 37 and try to bike ride at least 1 to 2 times a week. The longest ride I have completed in the past year has beem 77 miles. This to me was great. Hope things go well for you. I'm afraid of the depression side affect. I am depressed enough at my job. This is all I need is to have a medicine make me worse.
Hi, I have the same condition as MTN BIKER, My heart rate while riding was 230 beats per minute, while walking up 2 flights of steps 200 and while curling my hair would be 170 and resting wast 114. I have been on 2 medications for approximately 1 year (verapimil & digitek) Just yesterday 5-22-02 I am now taking a beta blocker or calcium blocker. I only took 1/4 of the pill and all day I have felt tired. I don't know of anyone else on these medications so I felt it would be good to exchange symptoms. I'm depressed at my job enough. This is all I need is a medicine to make me worse!!
That's all well and good.And a very nice theory,but some people have chemical inbalances in their brain.The only thing to help level the chemicals is medication.The medication can help the person lead their minds to more positive thinking and ultimately get off meds.I'm sorry,but it's just not that simple.I guess different methods work for different people.For me,my panic and anxiety was so bad that there were times when I didn;t think I was going to make it through the day,but I did.And it would start all over again the next day.There was no end to it.
So,positive thinking is a good theory,but for most people with anxiety and panic(and even depression),we need a little help getting to that stage where we can think positive.I'm glad this worked for you and it's great you're doing good.
Take Care.
So,positive thinking is a good theory,but for most people with anxiety and panic(and even depression),we need a little help getting to that stage where we can think positive.I'm glad this worked for you and it's great you're doing good.
Take Care.
Hello everyone,
This is my first post on here, and i just have to say what a relief it is knowing were not alone.
I have suffered from anxiety attacts and had all the symptoms with the fear of having a heart attack and all. I am fortunate (knowck on wood ) to not have as many episodes in the last year or so.
I really believe that PANIC DISORDER is nothing physical.
I have taken no drugs and had no councelling at all to help me with this problem. What is it you ask that helped me?
My mind!!! Its Mind over matter baby! I believe that if you think long and hard enough that something bad will happen to you, it eventually will. So ya need to relax. Think positive!
Now if something happens to me like some discomfort in my chest i just shrug it off and keep my mind on something else positive that i have intrest in. You may want to take up a hobby or something. The point im trying to make here is You have to keep yourself busy! Make no time for panick on your schedule. Just be mentally pre-occupied with something else.
It worked for me, and believe me i was a classic case of panic.
One day i just decided i had enough of losing this battle and got mad every time panic happened. I DID NOT LET THIS HAPPEN TO ME AND NEITHER SHOULD YOU! you can do it people! you can beat it!
you know you can, and so do I.
Get mad!!! get smart!! and get back to a better life!!
I will see you all at the winners circle. :)
peace!
This is my first post on here, and i just have to say what a relief it is knowing were not alone.
I have suffered from anxiety attacts and had all the symptoms with the fear of having a heart attack and all. I am fortunate (knowck on wood ) to not have as many episodes in the last year or so.
I really believe that PANIC DISORDER is nothing physical.
I have taken no drugs and had no councelling at all to help me with this problem. What is it you ask that helped me?
My mind!!! Its Mind over matter baby! I believe that if you think long and hard enough that something bad will happen to you, it eventually will. So ya need to relax. Think positive!
Now if something happens to me like some discomfort in my chest i just shrug it off and keep my mind on something else positive that i have intrest in. You may want to take up a hobby or something. The point im trying to make here is You have to keep yourself busy! Make no time for panick on your schedule. Just be mentally pre-occupied with something else.
It worked for me, and believe me i was a classic case of panic.
One day i just decided i had enough of losing this battle and got mad every time panic happened. I DID NOT LET THIS HAPPEN TO ME AND NEITHER SHOULD YOU! you can do it people! you can beat it!
you know you can, and so do I.
Get mad!!! get smart!! and get back to a better life!!
I will see you all at the winners circle. :)
peace!
I have had supraventricular tachycardia for many years. I am now 63 years old and still have the problem occasionally. My heart rate goes to 195 per minute and blood pressure of course drops and usually stops at around 90 over 80. My resting heart rate is around 56 and resting blood pressure around 115 over mid 70's. When I have tachycardia it last up to 1 hour and 40 minutes. I have had every test known to man and have been treated with a variety of medications and the only one that ever helped me was Calan 240 mgs. May not be what you need, but sure helped me. Good luck!
It depends on what is causing the high pulse rate.If your pulse rate is 96,thaen that's not really high.If anxiety or stress are to blame then you should try to aleviate some of that stress.Avoid caffine and other stimulants,like soda,coffee,etc.
Is one's pulse rate a subject to be included here?
Is there anthing one can do to lower the pulse rate and keep it lowered?
A normal resting pulse rate for an adult is 50 to 100 bpm.Sometimes it's a little higher based on stress or anxiety.I'm 27 and my pulse rate is usually 85 to 95.Hope that answered your question
If the pulse rate can be included, please answer the following. I am a 63-year old female who is in very good health. I do take a thyroid suplement daily, but other than that I do not take any medications. I do take vitamins and minerals on a daily basis. I am 5' 6 3/4" and weigh approx. 160 lbs. I do not exercise on a regular basis. My blood pressure reading is currently 126/75 and my pulse rate is around 97. Is my pulse rate too high?
I have experienced bona fide panic attacks/disorder, as well as what I view as legitimate tachycardia not caused by panic.
What I would like to state is that I was on a beta blocker (Toprol) for over a year and it helped my tachycardia greatly. It was a little rough-going getting used to it in the beginning, but after about two months, I didn't notice anything. I am prone to depression, also, but I don't recall that Toprol affected me in this way. It made me tired in the beginning and I felt a bit out of sorts, but that was about it. For what it's worth, I think it also changed my bowel habits, too.
For those of you suffering from depression/anxiety, I do HIGHLY RECOMMEND Celexa, a newer anti-depressant (AD). I was SO VERY FEARFUL of going on an anti-depressant due to my heart history. I was petrified of having an AD affect my heart rate, as I believe I had heard this was a possible side effect with SSRIs. However, my psychiatrist told me that Celexa didn't have the CARDIO side effects that other SSRIs did, and sure enough, I did fine. Being a depressed person, who suffered DAILY (yes, daily) with panic attacks for 13 years, I have to say Celexa REALLY helped me.
I am currently off all medication (YAY) because my husband and I are thinking of having a child (though my cardiologist said Toprol should be safe if I really needed it.) So far, praise God, I have not had any effects of coming off the beta blocker that I was on. I thought my heart would act up, but it didn't NOT AT ALL. In fact, it was harder getting of the Celexa. I am starting to feel irritable and not as even-keel as I was.
I could really relate to so many of the posts here, especially "blessedx5" (or was it 4?) Been there done that, over and over again.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!
What I would like to state is that I was on a beta blocker (Toprol) for over a year and it helped my tachycardia greatly. It was a little rough-going getting used to it in the beginning, but after about two months, I didn't notice anything. I am prone to depression, also, but I don't recall that Toprol affected me in this way. It made me tired in the beginning and I felt a bit out of sorts, but that was about it. For what it's worth, I think it also changed my bowel habits, too.
For those of you suffering from depression/anxiety, I do HIGHLY RECOMMEND Celexa, a newer anti-depressant (AD). I was SO VERY FEARFUL of going on an anti-depressant due to my heart history. I was petrified of having an AD affect my heart rate, as I believe I had heard this was a possible side effect with SSRIs. However, my psychiatrist told me that Celexa didn't have the CARDIO side effects that other SSRIs did, and sure enough, I did fine. Being a depressed person, who suffered DAILY (yes, daily) with panic attacks for 13 years, I have to say Celexa REALLY helped me.
I am currently off all medication (YAY) because my husband and I are thinking of having a child (though my cardiologist said Toprol should be safe if I really needed it.) So far, praise God, I have not had any effects of coming off the beta blocker that I was on. I thought my heart would act up, but it didn't NOT AT ALL. In fact, it was harder getting of the Celexa. I am starting to feel irritable and not as even-keel as I was.
I could really relate to so many of the posts here, especially "blessedx5" (or was it 4?) Been there done that, over and over again.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!
Been on a beta blocker for three days - my heart rate is overall a lot lower. I couldn't get it above 175 or so excercising where it had been 200-210 without meds. Resting is down too but fluctuates pretty wildly (40 bpm - 90 bpm) over short periods of time. But resting seems to center now around 50 or 60 (down from 80-100). I feel a lot more sleepy and dizzy. Also - by late afternoon -my heart rate seems to go back to where it was without medication. I only take the med in the morning. Thinking of trying to split it between morning and afternnon to see if it stabilizes more. These symtoms normal? Anyone have experience with Beta Blockers leading to anxiety or depressive episodes?
I was exactly like you when I found it necessary to go and see a doctor. Things might seem difficult for you know, but don't forget that this condition is highly treatable and we are many that suffer from the same. If your doctor want to give you Xanax and send you home to relax, I encourage you not to accept that. From my own experience I advice you to seek concelling. You probably also need an anti-depressant for a while since the long-term negative thinking means that your brain chemistry is out of balance. It is quite possible to stop the destructive negative what-if thinking pattern, but most of us anxiety and panic sufferers need help to learn how to do it. I whish you good luck.
Thanks for the comment,reading your last few comments has helped me a great deal so i definately appreciate it.I have already been to a few doctors who ran tests,which were all negative.so,nothing physical is wrong with me.I just hope the meds will help me.sometimes i see no hope or light at the end of the tunnel.
But,it definately helps to know i'm not alone.Thanks
But,it definately helps to know i'm not alone.Thanks
I am a 42 year old male (160 pounds) who likes mountain biking and excersises several times a week. I wear a heart rate monitor to gage my excertion when biking. After a half hour or so of hard riding, my heart rate routinely jumps to over 200 bpm and has been as high as 215 bpm. I occassionally suffer from shortness of breath and fatique - but it is hit-and-miss. Some days I feel great. My 24 hour averaged heart rate is around 95 bpm. I have been diagnosed with a mild case of atrial tachacardia and have been giving a perscripion for a beta blocker. I understand that can reduce resting heart rate. I also hear that beta blockers can result in depression, which is something I am also prone to. Are there alternatives if beta blocker is not effetive?
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