HomeAnswersCardiologypericarditisI have a long-term vitamin deficiency and now I am having heart palpitations and shortness of breath. Kindly suggest.

What could cause heart palpitations and shortness of breath in a person with vitamin deficiency?

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Published At January 12, 2024
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have long-term vitamin deficiency and I tested it after eight months. I had heart palpitations one day in the car and was unable to listen to sounds. I felt uncomfortable and my heart was heavy. I still have a fast heartbeat and I feel uncomfortable near heavy bass sounds. Now my vitamin B12 is normal. For the last four months, I have had excessive burping and shortness of breath too. I am currently taking Entero Plus. Kindly suggest.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

Regarding your symptoms of palpitations, unable to listen to heavy bass and shortness of breath, I propose you have developed a condition called acute pericarditis. Please do the following tests,

  1. Chest x-ray.
  2. ECG (electro cardiogram).
  3. ECHO (echo cardiogram).
  4. Electrolytes test.
  5. Check your blood pressure and other vital signs.

I suggest you take the following medications. Consult your doctor and take the medications only with their consent.

  1. Tablet Propanolol 10 mg once daily.
  2. Tablet Vasoprin (Aspirin and Isosorbide mononitrate) 75 mg once daily.
  3. Tablet Furosemide 20 mg once daily.

If your symptoms persist, schedule another appointment for a follow-up with the laboratory results.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia
Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

General Practitioner

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