Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq
Cardiology
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am a 23-year-old college student. My PVC is causing me concern. I get them every time I work out, only during recovery time. I underwent two echocardiograms in the last year, both of which revealed a clinically minor mitral prolapse. I had two stress tests, one of which revealed just one late PVC, not R on T, in the first two minutes of recovery. I also have two 48-hour holters that showed 5 and 6 PVCs (the first Holter showed a couplet, the second 5 single polymorphic PVCs). I am very concerned about the issue. I am always anxious that I will get a PVC unexpectedly, and it is ruining the quality of my life. Is there anything else I could do to help with my exams? What do you think I am putting myself through in this situation? I also read papers suggesting that PVC during recovery (even just one) is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular death. I am quite concerned.
Kindly help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Searching for symptoms will make you anxious. In most circumstances, PVCs (premature ventricular contractions) are not dangerous. In healthy people, a few hundred PVCs are usual. Anxiety, excessive coffee, and some medications all enhance PVCs. There are a few elements to consider when determining if PVCs are harmful. Please tell me the following.
1. Are you familiar with ischemic or structural heart disease?
2. Do you have a family history of syncope or sudden death, or do you have a recognized arrhythmia?
3. Have you ever experienced syncope?
4. What are your symptoms?
Thank you
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Cardiology
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
