Am I alone in this or........????????

[geebee]

Has anyone had times when they could "see" their heartbeat in their field of vision? I am not sure I am describing it exactly other than, occasionally, I can see pulsing in my eyesight.

Does anyone know what this might be and if it is something to worry about?

Thanks.

 

[fyrfytr]

Hey Gina,
I had the same thing about a month after surgery. It lasted for about a week and hasn't returned. I didn't have it checked because I didn't really know what to tell the Dr.
Take Care

 

[Sherry]

Gina, I know what you mean. I have had occular disturbances for years. Sometimes they play themselves out, like the migraine jagged line episodes. Other times, like tonight, my vision bounces around a little and then returns to normal. Weird, isn't it?

 

[geebee]

It is really wierd because it is different from my normal migraine lights. It's almost as if I was pushing against my eyeballs and causing pulsing from that. I can even see the a-fib irregularities so it is definitly connected with my heartbeat.

It only lasts for a few minutes and then all is normal. Happens maybe once every couple of weeks. I am going to try and chart it to see if I can connect it to later migraines.

Always researching medical stuff - we should all have been doctors. But, then, we would be getting calls at 2AM - no thanks.

 

[Joel]

Ocular Migraines

Ocular Migraines

I am three weeks post-op and I get the "heart beat in my vision" like you describe. I had problems with Ocular Migraines before the surgery. Usually they were brought on by not getting enough sleep. Well, the first couple of weeks after surgery - I wasn't getting much sleep. So I was getting those ocular migraines daily. It is my Eye Doctor that named them, they sometimes, but not always are accompanied by headache pain.

Anyway, the "fuzz" in my vision during these migraines sometimes bounce with my heartbeat. This is new since the surgery.

I don't have an explanation, nor have I asked anyone about them - but they do happen to me.

Joel

 

[Harrybaby666]

Could This Be in the same catagory as what happens to me?

Could This Be in the same catagory as what happens to me?

I know this isn't the exact same thing, especially since I haven't had surgery yet, but I am wondering if this could be similar to my feeling my heart beat in the side of my neck (both sides) and then hearing/feeling my heartbeat in my ears? Just was wondering....Harrybaby

 

[geebee]

Harry,

When you hear your heartbeat in your ears is it like a roaring or whooshing sound? I get that sometimes too, especially when I get up to walk after sitting for a long time.

Curiouser and curiouser.

 

[Guest]

Hmmm...

I have felt, heard & seen my heartbeat!

*shrugs*

I just thought that was normal....

*smirks*

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[Mary]

Harry,

When you hear your heartbeat in your ears is it like a roaring or whooshing sound? I get that sometimes too, especially when I get up to walk after sitting for a long time.

Curiouser and curiouser.

Gina,
I was told by the cardio that the roaring or whooshing sound indicates that you're bordering on losing consciousness. I've experience it several times; the first time I did lose consciousness and later episodes occured during TIA's.
Maybe you had a significant blood pressure drop upon standing?

Harry,
I don't know what's happening with you! Do you feel faint when it happens?
Take it easy when it occurs!

 

[Creed3]

Hi Gina!
I know exactly what you are talking about. I used to always see my heart beating/pulsating in my eye before my surgery. I always thought it was normal. I never thought too much about it. I always thought it was because I have anxiety issues and have a tendency to be more aware of things most people dismiss. I also had borderline hbp for years before my surgery. This may also have been a reason. Since my surgery I don't have it happen as often. Once in awhile I will notice it if I am exercising and really get my heart going or if I am straining to do something and making my heart work a little harder. I also notice that to really see it well I have to try to focus in on it. You may want to check and see what your blood pressure is when this is occuring. I have never checked because I always assumed it had something to do with bp. I hope this has helped some.

Take Care!
Gail

 

[PapaHappyStar]

Gina: How long ago did this start ..., ( the change in visual and hearing disturbances) ? before or after you last echo?

 

[geebee]

Gina: How long ago did this start ..., ( the change in visual and hearing disturbances) ? before or after you last echo?

Actually they have been going on for awhile. I am not sure if they have gotten worse recently but I have "noticed" them more.

 

[Harrybaby666]

Harry,

When you hear your heartbeat in your ears is it like a roaring or whooshing sound? I get that sometimes too, especially when I get up to walk after sitting for a long time.

Curiouser and curiouser.

Hi Gina,

When I get mine, it sounds and feels like a great swooshing sound, almost like a dam that had been pent up for about a year and then let go..... Harrybaby

 

[geebee]

Hi Gina,

When I get mine, it sounds and feels like a great swooshing sound, almost like a dam that had been pent up for about a year and then let go..... Harrybaby

Mine is not that different. It is a whoosh/roar that is accompanied by a feeling of growing "fullness" in my head as if blood is rushing into my head. Also a slight pressure like I get with really bad migraines. It only lasts a few seconds and I have always attributed it to a blood rush from rising. However, coupled with the pulsing, I am wondering whether it is a problem.

I don't always like to talk about these things to doctors because they have a tendency to handle things that are right in front of them and, of course, this never happens at the doctor's office.

I have gotten fed up with the "you are imagining it" looks.

 

[Harrybaby666]

Not Lately I haven't Mary...

Not Lately I haven't Mary...

Gina,
I was told by the cardio that the roaring or whooshing sound indicates that you're bordering on losing consciousness. I've experience it several times; the first time I did lose consciousness and later episodes occured during TIA's.
Maybe you had a significant blood pressure drop upon standing?

Harry,
I don't know what's happening with you! Do you feel faint when it happens?
Take it easy when it occurs!

I don't usually, but then again, there is always a first time....I am really peeved right now, because they really screwed up my echocardiogram and 1/2 of it couldn't be read because it had been written over by another echo study!!!! I just don't know whether to call them back and demand another echo, or to find someone else who is more capable of telling me what's going on...Harrybaby

 

[Superbob]

Buzzing and the Docs

Buzzing and the Docs

"Always researching medical stuff - we should all have been doctors. But, then, we would be getting calls at 2AM - no thanks." -- Geebee


Gina, since I can never fall asleep before 2 anyway, I would gladly take those calls in exchange for the docs' income level. I could tell people to take two aspirin and lie down just fine.

I don't know that I've experienced exactly what you have, but I know weird things have been going on with my ears since the OHS. I've called it ringing, but been more like, I dunno, nonstop buzzing. My docs have been no help. Basically I was told most recentrly that it's just old age --- go home, old man, and take all your meds. So I may try an eye/ears/nose/throat specialist before long....

 

[PapaHappyStar]

Mine is not that different. It is a whoosh/roar that is accompanied by a feeling of growing "fullness" in my head as if blood is rushing into my head. Also a slight pressure like I get with really bad migraines. It only lasts a few seconds and I have always attributed it to a blood rush from rising. However, coupled with the pulsing, I am wondering whether it is a problem.

I don't always like to talk about these things to doctors because they have a tendency to handle things that are right in front of them and, of course, this never happens at the doctor's office.

I have gotten fed up with the "you are imagining it" looks.

I think it is *necessary* that you get your doctor ( cardiologist ) to take you *very* seriously -- after 3 VR's and scar tissue buildup they need to monitor you to make sure what your body is telling you is not a sign of immediate danger ( the sound of a stck valve for e.g. )

 

[geebee]

Don't you just love the amused looks, the "pats on the head", and the bored, yawning far away look "masks" that doctors come up with?
I have double the problem - older and a female. I don't even know why I go to the doctor anymore except to get my prescriptions refilled. And, occasionally, to see a moronic echo tech mess up.

... smiles and shrugs her shoulders. (hi, Cort)

 

[Guest]

... smiles and shrugs her shoulders. (hi, Cort)

*shakes head*

Another copy catter .

 

[jayaresq]

Wow, I thought I was hearing things!

Wow, I thought I was hearing things!

I don't know if this is the same thing, but since my AVR 2 1/2 weeks ago, I feel/hear my heartbeat like it is a base drum in my body. I haven't "seen" it like some have reported, but it feels/sounds like my heart is pounding all the time. My cardio didn't seem too concerned, but didn't offer an explanation either. Even my daughter notices it when she touches my chest. -- Jim