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• Shortness of breath
• Palpitations (irregular heartbeats)
• Quickened heartbeat
• Weak spells or dizziness
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Unusual tiredness, sometimes for days

Arrhythmias are abnormal heart rhythms that are produced when the natural electrical conduction system of the heart malfunctions. Not all arrhythmias pose health risks. For instance, a temporary arrhythmia caused by alcohol, caffeine, or insomnia is not usually a cause for concern.

1. Heart pain – You may be feeling severe pressure, squeezing, pain or discomfort in the chest or a chest pain that becomes more intense. If you have any doubt about whether you are experiencing a symptom, please have it checked out by a cardiologist.
2. Breathless – You may experience shortness of breath or a reduction in what you were previously able to do. This may be a sign of heart disease.
3. Palpitation – You may feel a fast or irregular heartbeat. This may be associated with dizziness or fainting spells. This may indicate an underlying arrhythmia.
4. Family history – If anyone in your family has or has had heart problems, you should be aware of heart disease symptoms and consider talking to a cardiologist about them or perform an annual heart screening to ensure your vitals are in the healthy range.
5. High total cholesterol – Total cholesterol is the sum of all the cholesterol in your blood. The higher your total cholesterol, the greater your risk for heart disease (a cholesterol level of 200 mg/dL or higher, or an LDL of 130mg/dL or higher).
6. High blood pressure – You have high blood pressure or a high systolic number. The systolic number on your blood pressure reading is the first number. (For example, if your reading is 120/80 (120 over 80), your systolic blood pressure is 120.).
7. Starting a new exercise program – You are over the age of 40 and starting a new exercise program. You may already be working with a doctor on being more active, but a cardiologist can check your heart health and recommend exercises that would be good for your heart.

We want to make sure our cardiologist has sufficient time to speak with you and review your condition. As such, you are highly encouraged to make an appointment either through calling us at 6262 0677 or email us at dr@leslietayheart.com.sg

During the initial consultation, a thorough and detailed review of your medical history and presenting concerns will be conducted, and a physical examination will be performed. Please bring along any previous blood test or health screening results and any investigation reports you may have so tests do not need to be repeated unnecessarily.

Dr Tay will assess your cardiovascular status and issues and he will recommend the most appropriate investigations for your condition.
After your tests are performed, the results and a detailed management plan will be discussed with you to optimise your heart health. This may include lifestyle management changes including diet and exercise prescriptions. If necessary, further tests, medication prescriptions, or cardiac surgery will be discussed.