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Heart Palpitations and now chest pain during pregnancy

I am a 33 female who has had some issues with palpitations for the past 4 yrs. I had gained 30 pds after getting married, and then 40 from my pregnancy 3 yrs ago. I am overweight, but I do walk a lot when I can do so. Well, I have palpiations that last a few seconds a few times a week. I was on Lisinopril HCTZ until recently, I found out I am pregnant again, so I discontinued the meds. I had a mc in the summer, and the other dr recommended stopping the bp immediately, so I know that is what I need to do; however, before my cycle last month, I had a sharp ongoing chest pain in the middle of my chest lasting for at least 3 hrs. I get swelling around the cartlage sometimes, so I thought maybe it was related. Then, Monday of this week, I had a similar but tighter pain that was in the middle chest for about 15 minutes. I drank cold water, took an aspirin and it seemed to subside. Well, yesterday, Friday, after picking up my son,  I had a very tight pain that lasted no more than one minute, but went into my back and shoulder blade. Since I just found out I am pregnant, I consulted the dr, who seemed to think it could be indigestion, but this did not feel anywhere like that. I had an EKG last year due to the palps and it was ok, but it still continues and now I am pregnant. I am really worried and if possible, can someone give me a direction as far as either going back to the cardio or what the next step should be. I want to keep myself healthy for me and the lo, but the chest pains are frightening. Thanks.
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I am currently 32 weeks pregnant and been having the same problem,  I've been having palpitations,  chest pain and shortness of breath,  along with pain in between my shoulder blades, what did they ever tell you?  I've been in er 2 this week , had ekg, blood work,  ct off chest, only to be told that it's just chest wall pain!:I am concerned,  scared idk if the delivery going to go ok and everything,  I do have some anxiety that started when I delivered my daughter last yr, n I do believe this pregnancy has made it worse , plz let me know how yours went and if you have any advise plz
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Hello...

Sorry to hear about your mc last summer but happy to hear that that didn't deter you from becoming pregnant again. It could possibly be indegestion but since your last EKG was about a year ago, it might be a good idea to schedule an appt to see your cardiologist.

I'm can understand your fear, any type of chest pain can be frightening. On Monday, you should make your call and get the appt. This will hopefully bring a sense of relief knowing that you will be having it evaluated.

Til then, try to relax as stress and worry will only cause you to feel much worse. Best of luck and let us know how it works out:)
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