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Okay hi, so this is about health right? So I got a question.
I have some kind of tachycardia, not really sure which, I just have episodes where I can feel my heart beating strong and irregular (like beating fast, then stopping for a second, then beating twice fast and then stopping again, etc), trouble breathing (can't breathe enough air and I have to yawn very frequently), etc. I recall having these symptoms way early as when I was 8 and probably less(18 now). Now I've been to a doctor, she confirmed it, and said it's because a part of one of my heart valve is thickened and that it's genetic and I've been born with it.
My mom on the other says it could be from a couple of fevers I had when I was a kid and didn't rest properly so my valve defected because of a fever, resulting in tachycardia. Now she uses this as an argument that a slight, miniscule fever could potentially kill you years later. And I'm wondering, is it really that dangerous to get fevers, which could eventually resuld in tachycardia? I mean, I don't know much about medicine, but I just don't get that. I know it may have some correlation, so if it does, can anyone explain it to me?
I know this sounds pretty childish and well ignorant, but I really need some advice on this one.

Also, is it really that dangerous if you're outside with your head wet/recently washed?
I mean there's people surviving hypothermia and being trapped under ice and living their lives normally, but a normal person can't be a teensy bit wet when there's a mild breeze outside?

I'd really appreciate your help, thanks.
>> Anonymous
Anyone? :(
>> Anonymous
>>447622
Yes, people do survive hypothermia. Yes people do survive being trapped under the ice. Would you jump in a icy river just for shits and giggles? I sure as fuck hope not. Just like that going out with wet hair when it's windy and cold isn't your smartest move. Wear a fucking hat if you must.
>> Anonymous
>>447659
Well, of course not, but I still don't see people dying or having serious problems by taking a shower after gym and walking home frequently.
I am careful, that's the thing, I don't do that, I was just curious as to if it's dangerous, why aren't more people aware of its dangers. More of a side question.
>> Anonymous
English isn't my first language so it might be a bit hard for me to explain, but just to be on a safe side you should dry your head before going home from gym. Human body is a complex thing and what's ok for some might be bad for you. Also, some people are used to it. Like those crazies who jump in sea for a swim during winter. If you're not, windspeed is high and temperature is sub zero at the very least you'll get "the sniffles", maybe an inflamed ear or even something much much worse.

As for your mom... She's being overprotective. Your doctor explained it. You could ask your parents about any history of heart disease in your family to confirm that it's genetic.
>> Anonymous
>>447689
Thanks, you explained well, English isn't my first language either :D
Yeah, I guess, any ideas on how to boost my "used-to-it-ness"? I mean I was never really sick from a breeze, but I never was in any such situation like going out with wet hair on winter.
Does doing sports help?

Also, yeah, she has arrhythmia from her childhood. But she claims her kidney cysts are caused by childhood illnesses. Well, not exactly caused, but helped their development. Make sense?

Thanks for help again.