Patient's question:
I have had frequent premature beats for many years, but I don't feel any discomfort. It's just that every time I have a health checkup, it says my heart is beating too fast, around 110 beats per minute. My heart has also undergone an echocardiogram, which showed normal size and shape, and I've had a thyroid test that came back normal. I've also had blood tests that were normal. I've even used a 24-hour Holter monitor. The only thing is that my heart beats fast. The doctor couldn't figure out the reason and just prescribed me a medication called Betaloc, half a tablet daily. I've been taking it without stopping.1. I want to ask, what could be the reason for my fast heartbeat?
2. Will this fast heartbeat affect my lifespan?
3. Will long-term use of Betaloc lead to drug rejection later?
Doctor's answer:
Recurrent premature beats indicate a state of cardiac ischemic damage. This is related to the myocarditis caused by a cold. A rapid heart rate is a manifestation of insufficient blood supply to the heart. A faster heart rate can alleviate cardiac pressure, leading to gradual improvement in heart function. Metoprolol tartrate tablets can help reduce heart rate, but they require long-term use; otherwise, the heart rate may rebound once the medication's effect wears off. In the current condition, it is essential to take traditional Chinese medicine early to stabilize blood supply to the heart, such as taking Wenxin Granules.