Question 1

Why does my chest feel tight?

Accepted Answer

Some medical causes for chest tightness can stem from a muscle strain, asthma, ulcers, a rib fracture, pulmonary hypertension, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Aside from a medical reason, chest tightness can be caused by an active stress response, also known as the âflight or fightâ response.

Question 2

I recently had a 2D echo and ECG done on the 5th of Jan and they came out normal. Now I'm having neck and shoulder pain and I'm worried. Could this be a sign of a stroke? I'm a patient who had an ASD device closure.

Accepted Answer

Neck and shoulder pain can have various causes and may not necessarily be a sign of a stroke. However, given your medical history as an ASD device closure patient, it is important to monitor any new symptoms closely. To address your neck and shoulder pain, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol) at a dose of 500mg to 1000mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain. Additionally, you can apply a warm compress to the affected area and practice gentle neck and shoulder stretches. If the pain persists or worsens, it is advisable to follow up with your cardiologist or healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.

Question 3

I'm really worried because my blood pressure isn't going back to normal even after taking my medication. It's been pretty stress-inducing, and I'm not sure which specialist I should see about it. Do you think a specific type of doctor would be better suited for treating this kind of issue?

Accepted Answer

Visit General Physician for appropriate management

I'm a bit worried because my pulse rate is always between 95 and 120. I have high blood pressure and I'm on Olmat 20. Right now, with the digital machine, my blood pressure is reading around 130 to 145 over 85 to 100. Why is my pulse rate high, and is there any treatment I should consider?

This needs evaluation,visit Physician for the same and appropriate anagement

More Cardiology Health Queries

Why does my chest feel tight?

I recently had a 2D echo and ECG done on the 5th of Jan and they came out normal. Now I'm having neck and shoulder pain and I'm worried. Could this be a sign of a stroke? I'm a patient who had an ASD device closure.

I'm really worried because my blood pressure isn't going back to normal even after taking my medication. It's been pretty stress-inducing, and I'm not sure which specialist I should see about it. Do you think a specific type of doctor would be better suited for treating this kind of issue?

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