Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Have Heaviness In The Chest, Shortness Of Breath And Occasional Biting Sensation
Hi, am a 23 year old female.. Having heaviness of the chest with shortness of breath and ocassonal biting sensation.. It affects my sleeping pattern. Light headed on mild exertion or when I stand for more than 30 minutes.. Did a resting n treadmill ecg and my doctor said I have sinus tachycardia. Is my heart ok?
Tue, 29 Apr 2014
Hello
Thanks for your query.
Having heaviness of the chest and shortness of breath is indicative of something in your lung, may be fluid which is known as pleural effusion which you need to exclude by undergoing a chest x-ray. ECG should ideally be done and if it is normal then you can also go for treadmill testing. Consult your doctor and discuss these issues.
Thank you.
Regards,
Dr Arnab Maji
Thanks for your query.
Having heaviness of the chest and shortness of breath is indicative of something in your lung, may be fluid which is known as pleural effusion which you need to exclude by undergoing a chest x-ray. ECG should ideally be done and if it is normal then you can also go for treadmill testing. Consult your doctor and discuss these issues.
Thank you.
Regards,
Dr Arnab Maji
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Cardiac arrhythmia
Loading Online Doctors....