Question 1

what would cause a very fast heart rate when standing or walking even at a slow pace? it doesn't happen every day but when it does my pulse is 120+

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Are you having any: Other symptoms associated like chest pain, dizziness, sweating, tremors, headaches, fear sensation? Possible causes at your age are: coffee and energy drink, dehydration, cold medicines, street drugs like marihuana, hyperthyroidism, arrhythmias, anxiety attacks and etc. Please, see a physician or write back to talk more.

Question 2

what are the causes of a very fast heart rate (160-170bpm) from only standing up and just walking around?

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: You may be dehydrated. Drink enough water daily so that your urine is mostly colorless. If that does not relieve the symptoms, it would be prudent to see your doctor.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. 
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Question 3

chest pain while speed walking on the treadmill. feels like its going between my shoulder blades too. heart was beating fast and hard. pain was coming and going changing intensity. could a fast heart rate cause the pain?

Accepted Answer

: No but heart disease could but would be rare at your age unless smoker or VERY high cholesterol in family. Say greater than 500.  News more details.  Does it come on at specific stage of exercise and go away in a few min?

Question 4

i get sob walking up steps or slight hill and now i also get a headache. i also have been getting awakened by fast heart rate.

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: New shortness of breath with mild exertion and awakening with rapid pulse are not normal and need evaluation. Possibilities include anemia, heart failure, heart rhythm disturbance. Please see a doctor.

Question 5

after oily meal fast heart rate chest and shoulder pain if i was walking then sat down.holter cardiac echo cardiac ct w contrast stress tst ok??

Accepted Answer

Lesson: Sounds like you've been through the gamut of testing and while there are numerous other tests that you might endure, I would suggest something simple:  don't eat oily meals!!  In fact, there may be a few foods that simply don't agree with you and I recommend you pay attention when certain foods cause you symptoms.  Also, speak with your doctor about seeing a nutritionist and possibly an allergist.

Question 6

i had suffered with sinus tachycardia my whole life. this year i underwent a health journey and lost 70 pounds. i walk 30 min. on incline every day. i have a hard time getting my heart rate up now. is it possible the heart can heal itself?

Accepted Answer

Health thyself : The body does have an ability to heal many things including the heart. Lifestyle changes like losing weight and exercise is one way to  do that. Congratulation's on your transformation. I am sure you feel better physically and emotionally. Great job.

Question 7

after a lot of tests, they said i have sinus tachycardia. resting heart rate has been 120+ for last 7 years. introvert, social anxiety, sedentary life style. can i workout? is it treatable? i can walk miles but breaks after 3-4 sets of stairs.

Accepted Answer

As a matter of fact: (my opinion only) EXERCISE properly SUPERVISED is the best TREATMENT for your condition! A well conditioned heart slows its rate!  Exercise also decreases "nervousness" and when accompanied by a goal oriented program and a good instructor increases concentration!!  ( Ask any athlete what I mean!!)
Hope this helps and GOOD LUCK
BE WELL!
Dr Z

Question 8

can your diaphragm cause fast heart rate?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate: Diaphragm has no tie in to heart rate.

Question 9

can stress cause a fast heart rate and the heart to skip beats?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Stress leads to adrenaline release which increases heart rate and can contribute to premature beats.

Question 10

can exercise treadmill cause a fast heart rate or would you just collapse?

Accepted Answer

Maybe both: The purpose of an exercise treadmill is to elevate your heart rate up to your target heart rate to test the pump and electrical system.  The object is not to make you collapse although that does rarely occur.  We generally stop the test if there is a sense of impending collapse.

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What would cause a very fast heart rate when standing or walking even at a slow pace? it doesn't happen every day but when it does my pulse is 120+

A member asked:

What are the causes of a very fast heart rate (160-170bpm) from only standing up and just walking around?

A member asked:

Chest pain while speed walking on the treadmill. feels like its going between my shoulder blades too. heart was beating fast and hard. pain was coming and going changing intensity. could a fast heart rate cause the pain?

A member asked:

I get sob walking up steps or slight hill and now i also get a headache. i also have been getting awakened by fast heart rate.

A member asked:

After oily meal fast heart rate chest and shoulder pain if i was walking then sat down.holter cardiac echo cardiac ct w contrast stress tst ok??

A member asked:

I had suffered with sinus tachycardia my whole life. this year i underwent a health journey and lost 70 pounds. i walk 30 min. on incline every day. i have a hard time getting my heart rate up now. is it possible the heart can heal itself?

A member asked:

After a lot of tests, they said i have sinus tachycardia. resting heart rate has been 120+ for last 7 years. introvert, social anxiety, sedentary life style. can i workout? is it treatable? i can walk miles but breaks after 3-4 sets of stairs.

A member asked:

Can your diaphragm cause fast heart rate?

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Can stress cause a fast heart rate and the heart to skip beats?

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Can exercise treadmill cause a fast heart rate or would you just collapse?

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