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racing heartbeat for no reason?
Hey im a 19 year old female and for the past 3-4 months my heart would start beating out of my chest for no reason. It usually happens when i'm at work and i'm a shift supervisor at a local fast food place. It doesnt even have to be busy but all of a sudden out of no where my heart will start racing like crazy. I know how to read pulse's so i read mine and it was around 130 bpm. Thats the highest i've counted it before. I dont have chest pain when this happens. It does get a slight bit more difficult to breathe and i get a little light headed but its never severe. I've talked to family and friends and they suggested that i may be having a panic or anxiety attack. Does anybody have any idea whats going on? Thanks and i do rate!
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I suggest going to the doctors and having them look at that. I had the same problem last year and I didn't get it looked at, eventually it caused me a heart attack (and I'm only 24!) and eventually they found out what it was. I say better safe than sorry. It could just be due to stress or whatever.. But you don't want to end up with complications later should it not be.
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Hi, I'm old enough to be your grandfather and I hope the wisdom of may age and life experiences will help you.
As a fire department first responder with a rescue squad I have to suggest two things. First what is happening to you needs to be evaluated by your family doctor as this is something serious. Second you should tell mom or dad what is going on. I use the word should rather than need as you are now an adult an are not required to tell your parents. Although if you still live at home your parents should be made aware of what is happening as this could be a serious health condition.
You could be having panic attacks. Having them this often and with any regularity is something that needs to be looked into. The other possibility is your heart going into what is called "A" fibrillation. While this is a serious condition many people also have lived with this condition for long times. In your case if this is a fibrillation issue your heart has self corrected. This still needs to be seen by a doctor. They will probably ask you to wear a monitor for a time so they can see when it happens.
To much caffeine can also cause heart fibrillation, so you might want to cut back on caffeinated drinks and make sure you are also eating balanced meals three times a day.
Most importantly you need to see a doctor NOW.
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As a bit of a medical specialist for the last 10 years it definitely does sound like an anxiety attack but tachycardia (fast heart rate) isn't something to sneeze at, especially @ the young age of 19.
Working in fast food can be very stressful and it's probably hard to get away from the fast pace when these episodes occur but the most important thing is to stay calm and be aware of your breathing. Sit down if you can and focus on keeping it slow and steady; you'll find your pace I'm sure. Above all else get to a doctor for a check up to make them aware of the severity and frequency of these attacks.
The good news is it doesn't sound at all like a heart attack or anything that serious but it doesn't mean you shouldn't gloss over it and not go see someone.
The great news is Christ loves you and there's nothing you can do about it :)
Take care.
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