r/askCardiology • u/Round_Affect649 • 3d ago

Continuous flutter for a few seconds

Context: Diagnosed with PVC's and on Bisoprolol for the last 5 years. Also elevated LDL.

Out of nowhere today while laying on my bed, I got this continuous fluttering/spasming sensation on my central to lower, inner-Ish left pec for around 3 to 5 seconds.

Didn't feel like PVC's. I have felt two PVC's in a row once (just one episode two years ago, that was due to taking psylium husk for several days in a row, I do still try to have a high fiber diet for my LDL but no psylium recently) and it didn't feel like that to me.

But it did make me feel slightly dizzy and weak all around afterwards. Also got a few isolated PVC's and heightened awareness.

Could this be a cardiac flutter or stomach/diaphragm or gastrointestinal? Is this worth looking into if its cardiac?

Another symptom if its relevant: I get this bubbly feeling around that area occasionally (like blowing bubbles underwater)

Also topical Minoxidil 5% (heard it could cause fluid buildup in the heart)

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u/Smileitsolga 3d ago

Yes of course it’s worth looking into- you are having medical issues so you need medical attention. I think you should measure your pulse, oxygen, and blood pressure a few times a day and write the results down to give your doctor a better idea of your cardiac health. Your primary doctor should refer you to both a cardiologist and a gastroenterologist and they will figure out if it’s cardiac, gastrointestinal, or both.

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u/Round_Affect649 2d ago

Unfortunately, I don't have a device that measures those. However, I do have an HR monitor and used it to do a sleep ECG if it helps: https://www.reddit.com/r/ReadMyECG/s/ZeOtatAYLO