Flat T waves: can anyone tell me what flat t... - Women's Health

Women's Health

44,395 members4,097 posts

Flat T waves

pet-lamb profile image
2 Replies

can anyone tell me what flat t waves mean I have palpitations breathless aches pains tired thyroid problems.Thanks

Written by
pet-lamb profile image
pet-lamb
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
2 Replies
Clutter profile image
Clutter

Pet-Lamb,

Flattened T waves are a non-specific finding, but may represent ischaemia (if dynamic or in contiguous leads) or electrolyte abnormality, e.g. hypokalaemia (if generalised).

lifeinthefastlane.com/ecg-l...

Hypokalaemia is potassium deficiency.

Ischaemia is a restriction in blood supply to tissues, causing a shortage of oxygen and glucose needed for cellular metabolism (to keep tissue alive). Ischemia is generally caused by problems with blood vessels, with resultant damage to or dysfunction of tissue.

pet-lamb profile image
pet-lamb in reply toClutter

Thank you ill ask for a stress test next doctors visit

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

don`t want to become pregnant,but husband wants a child

Hi everyone here! I am Laura from Italy. Last time reflections about own child are very relevant...
LauraBisoD profile image

Moderation team

See all
wobblybee profile image
wobblybeeAdministrator
estherwow profile image
estherwowAdministrator
LiviWoW profile image
LiviWoWPartner

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.