Good morning all! Trying to work out what is going on - three episodes of tachycardia with medical involvement over last two years, all different. I have a long standing history of tachycardia, PVCs and intermittent palpitations/ ectopic beats, but no confirmed diagnosis!
First was panic attack following my Mother’s sudden death - tachycardia was investigated with holter test and echo and all clear.
Second was one year later with sudden dizzy spell, but no fainting. Went via TIA clinic and followed up for tachycardia with self monitoring with a Kardia Mobile as consultant wanted to check for A fib. Again all clear. Episode query due to dehydration as it was first thing in the morning!
Third episode was recently with a visit to A&E with a atypical stinging upper chest and shoulder pain. Tachycardia and high BP, bloods and troponin fine and ECGs tachycardia but sinus rhythm. Osteopath has identified sore rib with referred pain to upper chest. I have long history of both upper and lower back problems.
Seen in cardiology yesterday - consultant went through everything and came to the conclusion that it is not cardiac pain and that I am just susceptible to getting tachycardic. Was discharged, with the option of an implantable loop recorder if the episodes continue. Now Taking Bisoprolol which has calmed my heart rate down.
What are the implications of a ILR regarding travel/ travel insurance/ breast screening etc?
Would be grateful for some input - thanks!
