Hi
I am 28 yr old female and contracted Parvovirus B19 spring 2010. Although this is usually a mild illness for children I was very sick in 2010 and continue to have several unpleasant post-viral symptoms. I have a daily battle with muscle pain, joint pain, extreme fatigue and a constant fast heart rate (110-120 resting). I get extremely tired, dizzy and fatigued with only mild exertion (175-180 walking up stairs). I had a holter monitor for a day which confirmed this. I recently had a treadmill stress test which did not go very well. I only managed just over 6 minutes and had to stop in Stage 3 with a heart rate of 175. Apparently I had a 'flat BP response' which is abnormal, right? I have had echo's and ultrasounds and no sign of a blockage.
What could be causing this abnormal HR and flat BP response? Will the flat BP response explain why I get fatigued and dizzy with mild exertion? I understand parvovirus can cause a lot of damage to the body in adulthood - is it possible that it has damaged my heart?
I am waiting to see my Dr for official feedback on the stress test and the next steps.
(I am 5"4, 119lb, non smoker, no drugs, minimal alcohol, thyroid was slightly overactive in December but back to normal now).
Parvosufferer