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Question:
With episodes of my heart racing, can I safely undergo anesthesia?
When I wake up at night (often with an arm under my body) my heart is racing. As soon as I move, the rate becomes normal. Should I be worried; can I safely be under anesthesia for a colonoscopy at 75?
submitted by Bob from Albuquerque on 8/27/2014
Answer:
by Texas Heart Institute cardiologist, Mohammad Saeed, MD
It is difficult to answer the question without first knowing a little bit more about your general health and heart condition. If you are in overall good condition, then this may be nothing to worry about. A 24 hour holter can also help by identifying the rhythm during heart racing.
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