Feeling Weak.

[Patsy33]

Since Christmas, which I found very stressful, having all 4 children and 3 grandchildren, also my sister from Canada, I've been feeling weak and shaky on and off with heart palpitations. Perhaps I've just worn myself out. Do you think it advisable to make doctors appointment?

[maggiebee]

A visit to your GP certainly wouldn't do any harm Patsy. Stress does funny things to your body and talking things over wouldn't do any harm. Good luck.

[dunnitall]

I would say yes, just to get it checked out. The stress may have brought on Atrial Fibrillation or similar. Best safe than sorry methinks. Good luck, I do hope you soon feel better.

[anneasquith]

It's always advisable to contact gp, if you feel unwell for a period of time. It's their job, if nothing else they may well reassure you your health is normal .

[Sqad]

Palpitations are very rarely a sign of a serious problem and even more rarely a feature of heart disease.

"Since Christmas, which I found very stressful, having all 4 children and 3 grandchildren, also my sister from Canada,"

i would say that you have good cause for your symptoms.

Providing that you have no associated chest pain or shortness of breath, then monitor the situation for the next 2-3 weeks, then if your symptoms persist, then see your GP

[Theland]

Undoubtedly.
Don't ignore it!

[Patsy33]

I do get a bit breathless too. Just made an appointment for Thursday week. Quickest they could offer, unless a cancellation. Thank you everyone, for all your replies.

[Theland]

XXX

[Tilly2]

I wish you well, Patsy. Is it possible for you to have a duvet day and do nothing at all?

[Patsy33]

I've more or less had one of those today Tilly! On settee with blanket and hot water bottle. I do feel a bit more rested now. Got my 12 month old grandson tomorrow morning, for next 3 days, as my daughter gone back to work, 3 days a week. He a good baby though. A real pleasure. Thanks for your good wishes. x