been confirmed problem with heart now tight chest dry cough
i recently had a 24 hour holter monitor.my doctor referred me to cardiologist next month over past 4 weeks have started with more tightness in my chest and a dry persistant cough which worsens at night .I am going on holiday in 2 weeks .should I see my doctor again before i fly or just wait for appointment with cardiologist. I feel I'm making a fuss as i have already got my referral .My husband just tells me wait and see what the cardiologist says because he knows more than the doctor but i'm feeling weaker each day but try to carry on as normal.
dayna,
Thanks for your question. Doctors take the symptom of chest pain very serious, and in your situation, your doctor is already concerned that you may have a cardiac problem. Females manifest heart disease in many more ways than males, and doctors know this.
Because your symptoms have progressed, I suggest you contact your physician to be seen as soon as possible. You should have this problem fully evaluated before going on holiday, where you will be in different surroundings, and doctors will not be familiar with your situation, not to mention that your mind will be pre-ocuppied with your symptoms.
Hopefully, this is all due to something that is not serious. Better to be safe.
Best wishes.
Martin Cane, M.D.
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