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What Causes Chest Tightness, Dizziness And Feeling Of Heart Racing?
I am having dizzy spells. I feel light headed, feels like room is moving especially when I am laying on my right side. I feel like I am going to pass out at times. I feel some chest tightness and my heart feels like it s racing at times. I am also noticing a metallic taste in my mouth.
Tue, 4 Nov 2014
Thanks for your question on HCM.
In my opinion you need some investigations.
1. ECG and 2D Echo to rule out to rule out cardiac causes.
2. CBC to rule out anaemia.
3. S.TSH to rule out thyroud disease.
If all of the above are normal than your symptoms are mostly related to stress and anxiety.
So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Avoud stress and anxiety. Start anxiolytics if needed. They are safe and not habit forming.
In my opinion you need some investigations.
1. ECG and 2D Echo to rule out to rule out cardiac causes.
2. CBC to rule out anaemia.
3. S.TSH to rule out thyroud disease.
If all of the above are normal than your symptoms are mostly related to stress and anxiety.
So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Avoud stress and anxiety. Start anxiolytics if needed. They are safe and not habit forming.
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