Tachycardia /heart palpitations and chemo?

Hi there

I've been in hospital for several days suffering bouts of tachycardia, particularly at night where I can wake up to a BPM of 180 for no reason. They have done an echo, about 20 ECGs, bloods,and chest x-ray. All these have come back clear of issues (thankfully!) But means they still don't know what's causing this problem. 

I'm now being sent home as it might be a side effect that my body is having against the chemotherapy. 

Whilst I know I can't stay in the hospital forever, and I do want to get home, I can't help thinking it's silly to leave the place that can help if things get bad.

Has anyone else experienced/ing tachycardia with their chemo at all? I seem to have a resting rate of about 115 at the moment when it's usually 68.

Thanks in advance for any advice or insight

 

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  • Hi annemc

    Thanks so much for your message it's really reassuring in a way to hear I'm not the only one!

    Yes I've downloaded a couple of breathing apps and try to use them when it gets bad. I've also been given beta blockers for if it doesn't calm down after 15 minutes, and was given a blood transfusion as my Hb was really low.

    Tbh the transfusion has definitely helped my energy and I'm feeling positive moving forward that I can deal with it if it happens again.

    Thanks again for your reply

    Wishing you all the best

    Rose