Heart health

Chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations and high blood pressure, and the heart specialists who treat them.

Who treats it

Common concerns, and who to see

  • Chest pain or pressure that lasts more than a few minutes

    Call 112 or 108 for an ambulance now. Emergency teams handle this first, and a cardiologist takes over in hospital.

    Emergency: call 112 Source

  • Chest pain that comes on with exertion and settles with rest

    A general physician usually checks this first and refers to a cardiologist. Go to emergency if the pain lasts or comes on at rest.

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  • Heart racing, fluttering or skipping beats

    A general physician can do an ECG and refer to a cardiologist. Seek emergency care if it comes with chest pain, fainting or breathlessness.

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  • Swollen ankles and feet with breathlessness

    A general physician checks the heart, kidneys and medicines first. Breathlessness at rest or when lying flat needs urgent care.

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