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What Causes Irregular Heart Beats And Shortness Of Breath?

I ve been experiencing irregular heart beat & shortness of breath since I was a kid and am now 63, still very active, about 30 lbs overweight . Lately I m having more frequent episodes with longer durations. I ve been under increased stressed with my business and personal life. Is this a concern especially since I ve had this most of my life but less frequent when I was younger.
Tue, 4 Apr 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for the query.I understand your concrn.
You had the symptoms sincechildhood.. have been suffering all these days ... the intensity &duration of the episodes being increased lately..
Considering the stress you are facing both oon bussiness&personal front &the excessive weight
... possibility of raised blood pressure &it's effects on heart condition needs to be attended immediately...so you need to-
-Consult an expert cardiologist,undergi the suggested investigations &start with specific treatment.
-Have a healthy lifestyle including healthy expert advised diet (so as to reduce weight)/ regular physical exercises ( yoga-pranayam,walking ) for 45 minutes (gradually attainded) daily/stress management by meditation,psychological councelling ,yoganidra audio cassette .
-Have a positive approach towards life.
-e strict about medicines &medical check ups.
*You would definitely overcome the problem this way,please don't worry.
Thanks.
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What Causes Irregular Heart Beats And Shortness Of Breath?

Hi, Thanks for the query.I understand your concrn. You had the symptoms sincechildhood.. have been suffering all these days ... the intensity &duration of the episodes being increased lately.. Considering the stress you are facing both oon bussiness&personal front &the excessive weight ... possibility of raised blood pressure &it s effects on heart condition needs to be attended immediately...so you need to- -Consult an expert cardiologist,undergi the suggested investigations &start with specific treatment. -Have a healthy lifestyle including healthy expert advised diet (so as to reduce weight)/ regular physical exercises ( yoga-pranayam,walking ) for 45 minutes (gradually attainded) daily/stress management by meditation,psychological councelling ,yoganidra audio cassette . -Have a positive approach towards life. -e strict about medicines &medical check ups. *You would definitely overcome the problem this way,please don t worry. Thanks.