Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiac tamponade, also known as pericardial tamponade, is when a buildup of fluid in the pericardium results in compression or tightening of the heart, leading to negative effects on blood flow dynamics. Onset may be rapid or gradual.
Swollen neck vein
common
Difficulty breathing
Occurs or worsens with exertion
common
Low blood pressure
common
Rapid heart rate
common
Abnormally rapid breathing
common
Dizziness
or Fainting
common
Confusion
common
Fatigue
common
Chest discomfort
Sudden, intense spike of pain
Pain radiates to shoulder, arm, neck, jaw, Radiates to the back
Occurs or worsens with deep inspiration
common
Bluish discoloration of the skin
or Unusual lightness of skin color
Irregular heartbeat
Enlarged feet or ankle
or Swelling in lower leg
Decreased urine
Yellow eyes or skin
Tear in aorta
Recent upper respiratory tract infection
or Pericarditis
Tuberculosis
Recent chest injury or trauma
Kidney failure or on dialysis
Breast cancer
or Kidney cancer
or Lung cancer
History of heart attack
History of cardiac surgery
If you have Cardiac Tamponade, then visit a cardiologist as soon as possible.
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Cardiologist
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