A Tachycardia that concerns me

[Branded]

3 nights ago, I consumed virtually 3 1/2 bottles of white wine. I obviously had quite a hangover the following day, but with a twist. I have had persistant tachycardia (w/ palpatations) for the last 2 days. I ran a 12 lead on myself showing sinus tach at around 95-100 bpm.
Last night it appeared the tachycardia broke, allowing me to sleep. But the funny thing is, with I exert myself, I get some discomfort (not chest pain) in the 2nd and 3rd intercostal space with mild palpatations.
I'm sure I initially dehydrated myself, but what could be causing the discomfort and intermittant palpatations??

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[Mom2four85]

You work with cardio's and you didn't ask one of them? I'd have them hook me up and get some tests done :P

ack, it didn't subside isn't a good sign, did they prescribe the Lopressor? hopefully you'll find out what's causing it

[Branded]

Hey thanks for the FYI......although I'm not dependent on alcohol, I can "hold my own". Not something to be proud of though.
The ironic part, in reference to your first statement, I don't need to see a Doc....I work with 'em day in and day out.....yeah  Cardiologist's.
The Tach. didn't subside in a few days, but since I've been taking Lopressor, it has helped with the discomfort.

[Mom2four85]

Def sounds like a case of holiday heart syndrome and will probably go away after a few days, maybe a week - if it doesn't check with a dr:

http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/155050-overview

I just have to say wow...I'm floored with 3 1/2 bottles of wine though?  I've never drank much but every year for my anniversary I have 1 nice glass of White Zinfadel and want to fall asleep, not sure how you stayed upright after  3 1/2 bottles :P

[bypeep]

Google - Holiday Heart