Question 1

I'm a bit confused because I recently got a stress test done, and the results said it's negative for inducible ischemia during the TMT test. What does this really mean? Should I be worried or is this a good sign?

Accepted Answer

normal

Question 2

I'm a bit worried about my cholesterol and triglyceride levels. They've been at 219 and 342 respectively, for the last 6 months. I don't have any other medical issues. Do you think I need to start taking medication for this? I'm really unsure and would appreciate your advice.

Accepted Answer

Your cholesterol level of 219 and triglyceride level of 342 are elevated, indicating a risk for cardiovascular disease. In this case, medication may be necessary to help lower your cholesterol and triglyceride levels to reduce the risk of heart disease. I recommend starting on a statin medication such as Atorvastatin (brand name Lipitor) at a dosage of 20mg daily to help lower your cholesterol levels. Additionally, you can consider adding Fenofibrate (brand name Tricor) at a dosage of 145mg daily to specifically target your triglyceride levels. It is important to follow up with your doctor regularly to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Question 3

I'm having this persistent pain right in the middle of my chest and it's really starting to worry me. It's always there, and now I'm also experiencing trouble breathing. Could this be something serious?

Accepted Answer

Since your symptoms have been persistent and involve chest pain and difficulty breathing, I highly recommend that you seek immediate medical attention. A healthcare professional will likely conduct a thorough evaluation, which could include:

Physical examination
Blood tests to check for signs of infection or heart problems
Electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for heart-related issues
Chest X-ray to rule out lung issues
Echocardiogram (if heart-related issues are suspected)
When to Seek Urgent Medical Help:
Severe chest pain, especially if it radiates to the arms, neck, jaw, or back, or if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or have nausea.
Difficulty breathing that worsens or if you have shortness of breath at rest.
Any other symptoms like sweating, fainting, or swelling.

I'm feeling healthy overall, but I've been experiencing this needle-like poking sensation in my heart a few times a day, and it's starting to worry me. I'm curious if there's something I can do naturally to stop it. Any advice?

Advised an ecg and cardiac markers.

More Cardiology Health Queries

I'm a bit confused because I recently got a stress test done, and the results said it's negative for inducible ischemia during the TMT test. What does this really mean? Should I be worried or is this a good sign?

I'm a bit worried about my cholesterol and triglyceride levels. They've been at 219 and 342 respectively, for the last 6 months. I don't have any other medical issues. Do you think I need to start taking medication for this? I'm really unsure and would appreciate your advice.

I'm having this persistent pain right in the middle of my chest and it's really starting to worry me. It's always there, and now I'm also experiencing trouble breathing. Could this be something serious?

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