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My daughter ( F, 18 y/o, 5'5', 165lbs) has been feeling poorly for a 6-8 months. She had COVID a couple of months ago and symptoms have are much worse in the last month or so. Symptoms seem POTS-like. She feels light headed, breathless, dizzy, HR goes from ~65 lying down to ~155-160 on standing. Today she tells me HR h...	If she actually has a HR of 170 that is accurate, ongoing and persistent, she needs to be seen in the ED immediately.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: My daughter ( F, 18 y/o, 5'5', 165lbs) has been feeling poorly for a 6-8 months. She had COVID a couple of months ago and symptoms have are much worse in the last month or so. Symptoms seem POTS-li...
Im a 37 y.o. transgender man with pre-diabetes and high cholesterol/triglycerides. I had chest pain and dizziness several months ago and went to cardiology for tests. Stress echo was normal, though the symptoms were still made worse with the exercise. I was sent for a CT scan with contrast. No blockages or abnormalitie...	How high is your cholesterol? Since youre only 37 and they are pushing statins pretty hard, I would assume that your cholesterol sucks and you almost certainly should be on atorvastatin or rosuvastatin if it is being recommended by two cardiology providers. Small hiatal hernias do not generally cause chest pain, and fo...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Im a 37 y.o. transgender man with pre-diabetes and high cholesterol/triglycerides. I had chest pain and dizziness several months ago and went to cardiology for tests. Stress echo was normal, though...
Male 35 physically active no issues before non smokerRecently my entire body swelled up like edema was in the hospital CK level super high but leveled out and started attacking itself over the last year I've gone to every doctor possible. My body is losing skeletal muscle mass and spams for the last year with no clear ...	Wish you the best,, really with this the only way anybody could provide any sort of advice would be a review of complete medical records and all lab findings	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Male 35 physically active no issues before non smokerRecently my entire body swelled up like edema was in the hospital CK level super high but leveled out and started attacking itself over the last...
Appreciate it al labs have come back completely negative only thing that's been consistently elevated but wasn't that much of a concern was CK levels everything else you could think of from any type of test normal	again, really need complete work up and medical notes to provide any insight here	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Appreciate it al labs have come back completely negative only thing that's been consistently elevated but wasn't that much of a concern was CK levels everything else you could think of from any typ...
32F, 130-140lbs, have asthma and history of postpartum preeclampsia. Former cigarette smoker, currently vapes nicotine.ECG in comments.Ive been feeling huge thumps in my chest, several times a minute. Called 911 a few days ago because I wasnt sure if I was going to keel over, have never felt this before, and was scared...	Normal sinus rhythm with a PVC. Not concerning.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 32F, 130-140lbs, have asthma and history of postpartum preeclampsia. Former cigarette smoker, currently vapes nicotine.ECG in comments.Ive been feeling huge thumps in my chest, several times a minu...
33F 144lb 55 ex-smoker x13yrs quit 2018 non-drinker Dx GPA with kidney/sinus/joint/skin involvement 2002, CKD2, chronic migraine with aura, SVT ablation 2017 dual AV node, sepsis 2018 from PID due to improperly placed IUD, dysautonomia (dx recently from tilt table test), Sjogrens, hospitalized in November for hypoglyca...	EKG interpretation requires a very comprehensive understanding of cardiac electrophysiology, anatomy, and pathological processes, including the mechanisms that various arrhythmias, ischemia, and, in your particular case, previous procedures/ablations have on these functions. Without attempting to delve into the "why's ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 33F 144lb 55 ex-smoker x13yrs quit 2018 non-drinker Dx GPA with kidney/sinus/joint/skin involvement 2002, CKD2, chronic migraine with aura, SVT ablation 2017 dual AV node, sepsis 2018 from PID due ...
Thank you so much for the education :)	Did you place the back of the watch on your chest (in the V2 lead position) and then touch the crown with your finger to get this? If so, then the inverted T wave you are concerned about would not be a valid finding. The voltages in the precordial (V) leads in a 12 lead EKG are measured in relation to the average of th...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thank you so much for the education :). ### Response: Did you place the back of the watch on your chest (in the V2 lead position) and then touch the crown with your finger to get this? If so, then ...
Thats exactly what I did. I was told you could use it on that area and even on the ankle to replicate different ECG (EKG?) leads. Thank you for the info!! Phew!	It would be theoretically possible to get a tracing with accurate wave morphology between 2 limbs with an Apple Watch, but it could be inverted if the polarity is switched. Please dont try this though, it can only serve to stress you out more. As long as the watch says sinus rhythm, you are probably good. Ask your phys...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thats exactly what I did. I was told you could use it on that area and even on the ankle to replicate different ECG (EKG?) leads. Thank you for the info!! Phew!. ### Response: It would be theoretic...
I appreciate you geeking out with me explaining the technology moreI find all of this stuff so fascinating. I got 6 Afib alerts today but I read there are a lot of false positives, especially with younger people. Will go get a full 12 lead to make sure. Thanks again!	Did the watch say an EKG tracing you performed showed afib or was it from monitoring from the heart rate sensor?	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I appreciate you geeking out with me explaining the technology moreI find all of this stuff so fascinating. I got 6 Afib alerts today but I read there are a lot of false positives, especially with ...
An EKG I performed while having palpitations showed Afib, which is why I started trying to get different lead readings was trying to see if it was a fluke or not and get as much info for cardio if necessary (Holters suck). Didnt happen consistently when performing recordings back to backsome would say it detected Afib...	Thats a bit concerning. Be sure to show those EKG tracings to your cardiologist.Many of the medications you list can can affect heart rhythm and interact with each other. The Vyvanse particularly would not be good to take if there is a question of atrial fibrillation.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: An EKG I performed while having palpitations showed Afib, which is why I started trying to get different lead readings was trying to see if it was a fluke or not and get as much info for cardio if...
I think its long QT? Something QT? Pharmacist mentioned that I was on a lot that increased that risk so Ive been careful with the domperidone and zofran but I had to take both today. In your opinion, are there any meds you would cut? Other than the Oxycodone - I have a plan for that. I know you dont know my full medica...	No way I can address something this complex and nuanced in this forum. Please discuss this with your personal physician.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I think its long QT? Something QT? Pharmacist mentioned that I was on a lot that increased that risk so Ive been careful with the domperidone and zofran but I had to take both today. In your opinio...
Thank you for the advice! We havent thought about pheochromocytoma. It does seem to line up. How does that get diagnosed? The website I was reading just a minute ago said a 24-hour urine test which she did when her GI doctor wanted to test for carcinoid syndrome/neuroendocrine tumors with a 5-HIAA urine test. I think t...	5-HIAA testing is for carcinoid syndrome, not pheo	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thank you for the advice! We havent thought about pheochromocytoma. It does seem to line up. How does that get diagnosed? The website I was reading just a minute ago said a 24-hour urine test which...
I would test Seum Copper levels and Zinc. Copper deficiency can cause peripheral neuropathy, histamine intolerance (copper is a cofactor of DAO), dysautonomia (copper is a cofactor of DBH, required to convert dopamine to norepinephrine), EKG abnormalities.Copper deficiency can be caused by zinc toxicity, and zinc has b...	I agree with another poster - she needs to have a PCP that can consolidate her information and testing to help you guide where to go next. I think you keeping this list is fantastic to help you advocate for yourselves.There are a few things here:The white plaques found on the colonoscopy Spring 2021 is of very high int...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I would test Seum Copper levels and Zinc. Copper deficiency can cause peripheral neuropathy, histamine intolerance (copper is a cofactor of DAO), dysautonomia (copper is a cofactor of DBH, required...
I greatly appreciate this response as its extremely informative!The white plaques were never followed up on unfortunately. Her blood in her stool cleared up shortly after so she let it go.I definitely agree with you on the autoimmune thoughts. I had no idea there were so much more to test for. What kind of specialist w...	A lot of those blood tests I mentioned any primary can order as well as the synovial ultrasound.Its hard to approach an MD about specific tests but I think its worth asking. It just depends on how you think your doctor is. I have patients ask me for specific tests pretty often and we just make a joint decision on if it...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I greatly appreciate this response as its extremely informative!The white plaques were never followed up on unfortunately. Her blood in her stool cleared up shortly after so she let it go.I definit...
Hey. I am male 24 Height 5:10 and weigh 87 kg. I don't drink or smoke. For a few months i have been suffering from left sided chest pain that radiates to my left arm and back. I also suffer from shortness of breath at times. I decided to get my lipid profile done and my cholesterol levels came back very high. I then de...	The point of getting testing like this done is to go over it with a medical professional who can then make recommendations. The echo and stress test are normal, your cholesterol is too high. I'd suggest that you find a primary care doctor.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Hey. I am male 24 Height 5:10 and weigh 87 kg. I don't drink or smoke. For a few months i have been suffering from left sided chest pain that radiates to my left arm and back. I also suffer from sh...
I did. Was recommended to start statins but i am yet to start those. I wan't to see if the levels could be brought down by lifestyle and diet changes first. I just can't figure out why im experiencing the chest pain.	That's a good thing to talk to your PCP about. GERD is a common cause of non-cardiac chest pain.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I did. Was recommended to start statins but i am yet to start those. I wan't to see if the levels could be brought down by lifestyle and diet changes first. I just can't figure out why im experienc...
35 yo female 5'7" (170 cm) 180lbs (81.6kg) Caucasian and Native American I have previously had high blood pressure, but as of the last year or so my blood pressure has become very LOW for undetermined reasons, with my most recent reading being 101/60Primary symptoms: Decreasing general health for the past ~3 years, pri...	Nearly all of the things youve described are seen on essentially every echo report. Trivial and trace and mild regurgitation are seen in one or more valves of (what I estimate to be) the vast majority of healthy people. The regurgitation is only really abnormal if its significant (moderate or severe). Its important to ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 35 yo female 5'7" (170 cm) 180lbs (81.6kg) Caucasian and Native American I have previously had high blood pressure, but as of the last year or so my blood pressure has become very LOW for undetermi...
Sorry for such a late reply, but the past few days have been a bit busy for me. Thank you for such a detailed response!So, the echo actually wasn't done specifically to look for Rheumatic heart disease -- that's just something I thought might be relevant or related to the problems I've been having. It was primarily don...	Hello. I'm not a native English speaker so the terms "mild" or "moderate" got me a little confused at first. The medical student and the cardiologist gave a very good explanation as to why those are really normal findings, those are normal findings in my country as well. Still heart rate isn't normal, and symptoms pers...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Sorry for such a late reply, but the past few days have been a bit busy for me. Thank you for such a detailed response!So, the echo actually wasn't done specifically to look for Rheumatic heart dis...
48 year old female 54 normal weight female. Went to the ER for chest pains on the left side that were consistent for about two months and have since subsided in the ER had a normal chest CAT scan with contrast. Low anion Gap. I was just looking back at bloodwork from ER visit in December and noticed Anion Gap was 1/mol...	Multiple myeloma usually has high calcium, kidney disease, anemia (low blood count) and bone disease. You mentioned none of those. Low anion gap is hardly used in the emergency setting, and usually will need retesting if blood to see if it was a one time occurrence.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 48 year old female 54 normal weight female. Went to the ER for chest pains on the left side that were consistent for about two months and have since subsided in the ER had a normal chest CAT scan w...
Thank you for the response. Several months ago I did have elevated calcium but have been retested two times and calcium was normal. I was taking a lot of gas x and alka seltzer for the chest pain that I had gone in for.Also had bloodwork three weeks prior and anion gap and albumin and globulin were normal. Would that c...	Anion gap is calculated by (sodium + potassium) - (bicarbonate and chloride). Most of the time when it is reported as low it is because there is slight variation in these factors from any random blood sample leading it to be falsely low. This is why they usually repeat it, and usually it normalizes.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thank you for the response. Several months ago I did have elevated calcium but have been retested two times and calcium was normal. I was taking a lot of gas x and alka seltzer for the chest pain t...
8F, 78lbs, no medication. She was in the hospital for a long time but they discharged her. She is still in pain, please help. I attached the notes of her discharge.The patient is an 8-year-old white female with five weeks of fever, rash, arthralgias. Last month, the patient noted foot pain involving both left and right...	Internal medicine doc here but in my differential is Adult Onset Stills Disease which can still present in children and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. The salmon colored rash lasting a few minutes is textbook for Adult Onset Stills Disease.I'm assuming she had blood cultures done at one or multiple points during her adm...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 8F, 78lbs, no medication. She was in the hospital for a long time but they discharged her. She is still in pain, please help. I attached the notes of her discharge.The patient is an 8-year-old whit...
NAD. My son has Adult onset stills disease, also considered SJIA when in a child under 16. His symptoms were rash (with fever) that could disappear when the fever went down. Muscle aches, joint pain. Enlarged spleen, liver. Elevated CRP, ESR, ASO, and Ferritin. Liver enzymes elevated from the swelling. He is on high do...	Yes, the evanescent nature of the rash in this context twigged me to Still's as well. There is a known juvenile onset form that falls under "SoJIA" (Systemic-onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis), considered a version of Still's.OP, this sounds exactly like a form of arthritis to a clinician who takes care of children. ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: NAD. My son has Adult onset stills disease, also considered SJIA when in a child under 16. His symptoms were rash (with fever) that could disappear when the fever went down. Muscle aches, joint pai...
27, female, 5ft 8, 190lbs, folic acid & vitamin D supplement medications.I am 16 weeks pregnant and have Wolff Parkinson White syndrome. I was diagnosed in 2012 but have been asymptomatic for around 8 years now. Today I was at maternity and was checked by cardiology where WPW presented itself again on my ECG. I had an ...	It depends on if you have arrhythmias. Have you ever had atrial fibrillation? Did they ever do an exercise stress test?Most of the time it won't effect pregnancy but if you have ever had atrial fibrillation the risk of degrading to a ventricular arrhythmia will be increased in pregnancy.Talk with your cardiologist, it ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 27, female, 5ft 8, 190lbs, folic acid & vitamin D supplement medications.I am 16 weeks pregnant and have Wolff Parkinson White syndrome. I was diagnosed in 2012 but have been asymptomatic for aroun...
I'm not sure what details are most important here, so I'll try to sum things up clearly. I need to determine if I should pay for a private autopsy, the problem is money is tight. However, if it's likely someone messed up, I want to take action. This hospital has something of a reputation when it comes to problems with ...	First off, let me say I am very sorry for your loss.All the following assumes you live in the US:I believe the specifics varies by state/county, but any unexpected death (with or without surgery) is by default a coroner's case. This means, someone at the hospital (doctor or nurse) is legally obligated to call the count...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I'm not sure what details are most important here, so I'll try to sum things up clearly. I need to determine if I should pay for a private autopsy, the problem is money is tight. However, if it's l...
I have had an experience in a hospital like this, as the mom of a patient. The procedure was absolutely botched and we did not find out til later from a nurse who didnt realize they hadnt told us the entire truth. It changed the procedure for pyxis picks in our local hospital, because they picked the wrong medication a...	Interesting assuming your flair is correct and you are not in medicine it seems more likely there was a miscommunication. I've seen bad outcomes but i have never seen or been involved in a "coverup." In PACU Im on the phone with the family/proxy immediately informing them of even relatively mild complications like bloo...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I have had an experience in a hospital like this, as the mom of a patient. The procedure was absolutely botched and we did not find out til later from a nurse who didnt realize they hadnt told us t...
irst off, I know the pain of losing a parent and Im terribly sorry.Second, NAD, but my field of work happens to be in medical malpractice, specifically investigating licensed medical professionals.Malpractice is generally defined as medical negligence, but this comes in many forms.What I would do is request any and all...	This very sudden event does not sound like a surgical complication. It sounds more like a pulmonary embolus or heart attack, possibly an acute allergic reaction. WITHOUT RECORDS I CANNOT CLAIM THIS AS FACT. Edit: I just noticed you mentioned they moved him to the cardiology floor. A cardiac event seems more likely.You ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: irst off, I know the pain of losing a parent and Im terribly sorry.Second, NAD, but my field of work happens to be in medical malpractice, specifically investigating licensed medical professionals....
In my hospital, the surgeon has no decision making in a coroners case. A mandatory coroners case is if a patient dies within 24 hours of admission. Furthermore, if any patient dies in my hospital, the charge RN or patients RN calls 1) the coroners office. 2) organ donation. 3). The family, and 4) the funeral home or cr...	Saying that hospital staff killed your dad is a bit of a stretch, but you do deserve an autopsy like you asked for.Reaching out to get records from the hospital and getting a lawyer could help. You could also reach out to the medical examiners office and see if theyre even aware of this case, if they havent heard of it...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: In my hospital, the surgeon has no decision making in a coroners case. A mandatory coroners case is if a patient dies within 24 hours of admission. Furthermore, if any patient dies in my hospital, ...
Is there a way to get a coroner to do it? The county coroner said they won't since the surgeon signed off on it, so as far as I'm aware I need to get a private autopsy done, which is a pretty large financial burden at around $7,000. I'll absolutely pay for it if it's at all likely that they messed up. I can't stand the...	Its really hard to connect a sudden event like this to a relatively benign surgery i.e. toe amputation. I cant envision a scenario where the surgery was a direct cause of his death. If it was a PE and he wasnt getting SQ heparin in the hospital, maybe you have a case, but even that might be a stretch. The vast majority...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Is there a way to get a coroner to do it? The county coroner said they won't since the surgeon signed off on it, so as far as I'm aware I need to get a private autopsy done, which is a pretty large...
Im a 32 year old male, smoked tobacco from 18-22 and switched to vaping, regular use of marijuana and no other drug use since age 22, I used to abuse cocaine. Went to the ER twice, once for a short lived but stabbing center chest pain, other visit I was sitting watching videos and my heart started pounding out of my ch...	An incomplete RBBB is generally a benign and incidental finding. I would not worry about it at all. I often dont mention it to patients if I see it on their EKG because it doesnt really meaningfully increase risk of anything nor does it typically indicate underlying cardiac disease. Think if it as simply just being the...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Im a 32 year old male, smoked tobacco from 18-22 and switched to vaping, regular use of marijuana and no other drug use since age 22, I used to abuse cocaine. Went to the ER twice, once for a short...
34F, Canada, Cushings Disease with associated type 2 diabetes, hypertension, etc.One week ago I underwent a transsphenoidal pituitary adenoma resection. Midway through the surgery my heart stopped and they had to give me CPR. Not sure how long I was out for (the doctor said I was back before he had time to get the life...	That certainly sounds like a challenging case.You should review what happened with the anesthesiologist as they can provide the necessary context and course of events to what happened. Having the anesthetic record available will also be invaluable.Also, brain surgery carries additional risks, with significant pauses in...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 34F, Canada, Cushings Disease with associated type 2 diabetes, hypertension, etc.One week ago I underwent a transsphenoidal pituitary adenoma resection. Midway through the surgery my heart stopped ...
Thank you! Yes all the doctors seem a bit mystified by it. I have follow-ups with the surgeons in a couple weeks so I will get more details. I admit to feeling a bit freaked out by the experience. And the chest pain has been killer.	Broken ribs are notoriously hard to see on X-rays were looking more for breaks that are also very out of place, or a collapsed lung from the fracture. So you could very well have a broken rib that wasnt seen.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thank you! Yes all the doctors seem a bit mystified by it. I have follow-ups with the surgeons in a couple weeks so I will get more details. I admit to feeling a bit freaked out by the experience. ...
26F. 510, 150lbs. Non smoker, exercise 2x per week.I had an episode a few weeks ago where I felt lightheaded for about 15 minutes. I also had heart palpitations and feel very anxious (heart palpitations started after light headedness). This improved with deep breaths. I havent had an episode like this previously but ha...	They might just talk to you about your symptoms and what happened. Family heart disease history. Might have you wear a heart monitor to catch any arrhythmias that might happen if/when you feel lightheaded etc. or do an echocardiogram but I say might given that you only had one episode and all blood work / ekg are norma...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 26F. 510, 150lbs. Non smoker, exercise 2x per week.I had an episode a few weeks ago where I felt lightheaded for about 15 minutes. I also had heart palpitations and feel very anxious (heart palpita...
Gender: Male. Age: 21. Weight: 160. Diagnosed with asthma.Some months ago, I went into the emergency room for heart palpitations. I am prone to heart palpitations during anxiety, but those are caused by tachycardia. They feel like a fluttering in my chest. These heart palpitations feel like my heart stops and then THUD...	There honestly isn't any indication to go into the ER if you're wearing the MCOT monitor. While you have it on, detection of an arrhythmia is automatically transmitted to a central surveillance station for further analysis and possible intervention. If something concerning or life threatening was going on, someone woul...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Gender: Male. Age: 21. Weight: 160. Diagnosed with asthma.Some months ago, I went into the emergency room for heart palpitations. I am prone to heart palpitations during anxiety, but those are caus...
Wellthe people monitoring the data have made it clear that MCOT isn't an emergency service and that all of the information from the monitor is being sent to my cardiologistwho isn't at work until tomorrow. So my thoughts are that he hasn't even seen any of my data since this has started. I just had another skipped beat...	Are you having any other symptoms with the skipped beats? Like chest pain, shortness of breath, lightheadedness/dizziness, vision changes, or numbness/weakness/tingling anywhere, that's any different from your baseline? If so, then those would be indications to present to an ER.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Wellthe people monitoring the data have made it clear that MCOT isn't an emergency service and that all of the information from the monitor is being sent to my cardiologistwho isn't at work until t...
Whenever I have the skipped beat sensations, there's like an anxious feeling in my chest and sort of a feeling like my body is heavy. It is the same sensation that I get during panic attacks but much less severe. The sensation never lasts. It goes away immediately after the beat. I'm terrified these fuckers are going t...	It sounds like PVCs (premature ventricular contractions) which feel weird but arent life threatening.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Whenever I have the skipped beat sensations, there's like an anxious feeling in my chest and sort of a feeling like my body is heavy. It is the same sensation that I get during panic attacks but mu...
Thank you so much! I was told I had a blockage of some kind? I cant remember exactly what its called now. Essentially the 2 parts of my heart arent in sync with each other. Thats why I got the heart monitor. Is that something to worry about?	CMS/HCC is just a designation for billing stuff (CMS = Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services)."Ambulatory referral" - referral to an outpatient cardiologist (not being sent to see them urgently in the hospital)Syncope is the medical term for fainting, or becoming unconscious.The optic disc is a spot in the back of your...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Thank you so much! I was told I had a blockage of some kind? I cant remember exactly what its called now. Essentially the 2 parts of my heart arent in sync with each other. Thats why I got the hear...
I believe its a first degree atrioventricular block.	Based on his username the original respondent is the best to answer this question though.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I believe its a first degree atrioventricular block.. ### Response: Based on his username the original respondent is the best to answer this question though..
27F. 213 pounds.Preexisting conditions: pcos, endometriosis, factor V, anxiety, depression, and under active thyroid Medications: propanol 40mg, levothyroxineLast year I started having random heart palpitations. I went to the ER. I had an ekg. In the ER they determined I was normal so they gave me a referral to cardiol...	The workup youve had is incredibly thorough and it couldnt find anything pathological. Short of a heart attack (which is almost impossible at your age) there wouldnt be any significant changes to your cardiac physiology since that battery of tests was done.Anxiety is by far the most likely cause.From the sounds of it, ...	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: 27F. 213 pounds.Preexisting conditions: pcos, endometriosis, factor V, anxiety, depression, and under active thyroid Medications: propanol 40mg, levothyroxineLast year I started having random heart...
I (24F) had an ekg done yesterday to investigate consistently high blood pressure (around 140/85 or higher) and both high (122bpm) and low (53bpm) heart rates. The ekg showed that I have a heart block and they explained that my heart is skipping beats and part of it is beating slower? They seemed pretty concerned and a...	There are many types of heart block of various degrees of seriousness. It's not possible to say from this info what you have	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: I (24F) had an ekg done yesterday to investigate consistently high blood pressure (around 140/85 or higher) and both high (122bpm) and low (53bpm) heart rates. The ekg showed that I have a heart bl...
Depends on the type of block you have. Is it a first or second degree, Mobitz or Wenkebach?For a third degree, you'd've had to stay in the hospital, I guess.	Or bundle branch or fascicular.	Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request. ### Instruction: Depends on the type of block you have. Is it a first or second degree, Mobitz or Wenkebach?For a third degree, you'd've had to stay in the hospital, I guess.. ### Response: Or bundle branch or fasc...