- Male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm 31 and just got my ECG results back, which mention left axis deviation. Should I be concerned about this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
There are multiple causes of left axis deviation iclude , left ventricular fascicular block ventricular ectopics, pregnancy and Wolff-parkinson white syndrome etc.. treatment includes ACE inhibitors, beta blockers and calcium channel blockers. Weight reductio,dietary changes and regular exercises are advised..
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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