Question 1

i'm hypothyroid with a tsh of 0.01 and t4 in mid range , i have a slow heart rate , i  suffer constipation  , i do have anxiety am i over medicated?

Accepted Answer

Your : Tsh it's to low. Normal levels are between 0.4 -4.0, may vary between labs. Low TSH mean overactive thyroid. If you have anxiety you may be using to much thyroid medication. Consult your physician.

Question 2

is there any disease that can cause very slow heart rate in the evening hours that doesn't respond to anxiety? but during the day it does. it looks like my whole body goes on lock down in the evening hours.

Accepted Answer

Rest or else?: normally this is a good physiologic response so you can rest -- unless you were high?

Question 3

what drugs, vitamin supplements cause slow heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Beta-blockers: Beta-blockers are drugs that slow down the heart rate. Do not attempt to slow your heart rate on your own other than through regular exercise. Consult a physician if you have a rapid heart rate.

Question 4

which drugs, vitamin supplements, or techniques cause slow heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Many drugs: Many drugs can slow your heart rate, including beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, lithium, Cimetidine (tagamet), among many others.
Heart rate can also be slowed through mind-body techniques like yoga and meditation.  Supplements and vitamins will not generally cause a slow heart rate.

Question 5

can bradycardia cause memory loss? so for instance if you had a slow heart rate yesterday that you can't remember it well the next day?

Accepted Answer

Would not be answer: Many normal people have slow heart rates, and unless you developed a profound heart slowing, this would not cause problems with memory.  But if you fainted or had change in heart rhythm due to seizure activity, that might cause periods of amnesia.  If this is repetitive, best you get this assessed.

Question 6

can a slow heart rate cause water retention? just looking for some answers, as i have suffered for years with this problem, and know i do have a slow heart rate, also pac which they say are benign.

Accepted Answer

Generally : Generally no, as long as your heart function, specifically both the squeezing (systolic function) and relaxing (diastolic function) are normal. If those have not been evaluated previously then you can discuss getting an echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) with your doctor. There are many things that can  cause leg swelling, not just heart issues, including medication side effects and  vascular issues in the legs.

Question 7

how much toothpaste would be an overdose to even cause shock, slow heart rate, heart attack, and convulsions?

Accepted Answer

See below: No amount of tooth paste is likely to cause these symptoms.

Question 8

i am experiencing  dizziness , fatigue, chest pain or discomfort, feeling like i'm going to pass out, slow heart rate can this be caused from verapamil er pm 100 my?
is it safe to dc this med without  titration

Accepted Answer

Depends why you take: If you are taking it for high blood pressure, call your physician and work out a plan.  You can safely stop the medication if it is not due to very high blood pressures .. because it sounds as though you are having at least relatively low blood pressure - or to low too quickly.  Go see the prescribing physician ASAP.  Tell him/her the problems you are having via phone call.

Question 9

heat intolerant, dont sweat, pins & needle feeling in feet & hands, feet & hands turn blue & purple, anxiety, off balance, lightheaded, presyncope, fast & slow heart rate, brain fog, sensory issues, get stuck on words. all symptoms i have what is it?

Accepted Answer

: You have a systemic illness which can be the cause of all symptoms. You need to see an experienced internist for a thorough physical exam and preliminary work-up. Take care.

Question 10

what are the risks of having a slow heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the slow heart rate is sinus bradycardia from, say being well conditioned there is little risk of any serious symptoms. If however, the heart rate is slow from a pathological condition one may experience, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, low blood pressure and other related symptoms.

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I'm hypothyroid with a tsh of 0.01 and t4 in mid range , i have a slow heart rate , i suffer constipation , i do have anxiety am i over medicated?

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Is there any disease that can cause very slow heart rate in the evening hours that doesn't respond to anxiety? but during the day it does. it looks like my whole body goes on lock down in the evening hours.

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What drugs, vitamin supplements cause slow heart rate?

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Which drugs, vitamin supplements, or techniques cause slow heart rate?

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Can bradycardia cause memory loss? so for instance if you had a slow heart rate yesterday that you can't remember it well the next day?

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Can a slow heart rate cause water retention? just looking for some answers, as i have suffered for years with this problem, and know i do have a slow heart rate, also pac which they say are benign.

A member asked:

How much toothpaste would be an overdose to even cause shock, slow heart rate, heart attack, and convulsions?

A member asked:

I am experiencing dizziness , fatigue, chest pain or discomfort, feeling like i'm going to pass out, slow heart rate can this be caused from verapamil er pm 100 my? is it safe to dc this med without titration

A member asked:

Heat intolerant, dont sweat, pins & needle feeling in feet & hands, feet & hands turn blue & purple, anxiety, off balance, lightheaded, presyncope, fast & slow heart rate, brain fog, sensory issues, get stuck on words. all symptoms i have what is it?

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What are the risks of having a slow heart rate?

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