But I haven't drink coffee for at least a few weeks.Monique said:
I felt very anxious also when that occurred yesterday (it's 13/4 in HK now) because of the dizziness that I felt. I was afraid that it might be a heart attack and rushed to see a doctor at once. :tongue:Monique said:
Also I always think I can manage exam stress very well.It sounds to me like you are having anxiety attacks. If they keep recurring, it is easily treatable with several medications on the market. You don't necessarily have to be afraid of anything, or worried to have them occur, which often leads people to think they are having a heart attack or heart problems/palpitations, etc...KLscilevothma said:I felt very anxious also when that occurred yesterday (it's 13/4 in HK now) because of the dizziness that I felt. I was afraid that it might be a heart attack and rushed to see a doctor at once. :tongue:
Usually I can just ignore the palpitations that I have. As you've said, palpitation can be caused by fear or stress and I probably can distinguish those myself. I have chest discomfort also once in a while and it happens to be a chance for me to have some checkups.
Now I'm on study leave (stay at home and do revision and I don't need to go to school anymore) for exams and have plenty of sleep every night. My friends suspected that I might be under stress but I didn't think I would feel that stressful before next week when the most important exams start.
Oh my god!Evo said:
Thank you so much Evo, I'll definitely tell my doctor about it next time we meet. I just googled "panic attack" and now I start to believe that I might have a panic attack yesterday. Besides the feeling of impendent death while my heart was pounding and racing, I was scared of entering a lift as I thought I'd be helpless inside. The immense fear was overwhelming and in fact I headed for an emergency room rather than simply went to see a doctor as I thought only doctors in ER could help me. I laughed out loud also when I saw the date. It isn't a typo. This is what it is like when you went to a public hospital and be considered as an un-urgent patient. it will give you something to look out for too Oh, I should have specified that the format of 5-10-2005 is (day-month-year]. So it should be 18 months from now.
A palpitation is the sensation of a rapid, fluttering, or pounding heartbeat. It can be felt in the chest, throat, or neck and may also be accompanied by dizziness, shortness of breath, or chest pain.
The most common causes of palpitations include stress, anxiety, caffeine or alcohol consumption, smoking, dehydration, and strenuous exercise. Certain medications, medical conditions such as anemia or thyroid problems, and hormonal changes can also lead to palpitations.
Stress and anxiety can cause the body to release hormones such as adrenaline, which can increase the heart rate and lead to palpitations. Additionally, stress and anxiety can cause changes in breathing patterns and trigger the body's fight-or-flight response, leading to palpitations.
In most cases, palpitations are harmless and not a sign of a serious medical condition. However, if palpitations are accompanied by chest pain, shortness of breath, or fainting, it is important to seek medical attention as they could be a symptom of an underlying heart problem.
To prevent palpitations, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle by managing stress, limiting caffeine and alcohol intake, and getting regular exercise. If palpitations are caused by an underlying medical condition, following a treatment plan can help prevent them from occurring.