A racing heart with AIHA is worth taking seriously, especially since it can be a sign that your body isn't getting enough oxygen due to red blood cells being destroyed faster than they're replaced.
Here are some key things to watch for alongside a racing heart:
- Shortness of breath — especially if it's happening with less Show Full Answer
A racing heart with AIHA is worth taking seriously, especially since it can be a sign that your body isn't getting enough oxygen due to red blood cells being destroyed faster than they're replaced.
Here are some key things to watch for alongside a racing heart:
- Shortness of breath — especially if it's happening with less activity than usual, or even at rest
- Chest pain — this can signal your heart is working extra hard to compensate for low oxygen
- Worsening fatigue — feeling more exhausted than your usual baseline
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
These symptoms together can sometimes point to the heart being under significant strain. As for whether it will get worse — that really depends on how well the hemolysis (the breakdown of red blood cells) is being managed. If AIHA is active or not well-controlled, symptoms like a racing heart can intensify.
Given your age, it's especially important not to wait these symptoms out. If chest pain or breathing difficulty accompanies the racing heart, that warrants immediate medical attention. Please don't hesitate to contact your doctor or go to an emergency room if symptoms feel severe or sudden.
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