What causes high pulse rate and mild chest pain?
Patient: I have high pulse during the day 95-105 but normal in the morning. and mild chest pain in ribs and sternum. in the last two days I stayed the night in hospital, Had numerous blood tests, Stress Tests, EKGs,.. My heart seems to be fine and undamaged. I take Candesartan and metropolol. What should I do now to find out the cause of the Heart rate issue and this annoying chest pain. Cardiologist says, don t worry lose 20lbs and exercise. Im 42yr, male, non-smoker, 5 -9 204lbs. Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.  After going through your medical details I understand your concern for your health and I would like to tell you that heart rate is ever changing phenomena depending on your activity level, emotional stress and physiological changes. People with obesity can have high heart rate, high Blood pressure issues but as all other cardiac test came out normal then you need not worry about Cardiac Health. Cause of chest pain can be indigestion or sever gastric reflux. It's recommended for you to avoid spicy and junk food and continue with the medications prescribed and loose weight.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.