Question 1

I'm worried about my dad. He had angioplasty last month, and he's been taking Preva As 150 mg every day. Now he's got a fever. Do you think it's okay to give him paracetamol?

Accepted Answer

ACL Tear Treatment and Rehabilitation

_Treatment Options_

1. *Conservative management*: Physical therapy, bracing, and pain management for patients with partial tears or those who are not surgical candidates.
2. *Surgical reconstruction*: ACL reconstruction surgery, followed by rehabilitation, for patients with complete tears or those who have failed conservative management.

_Rehabilitation Phases and Timeline_

1. *Acute phase (0-2 weeks)*: Pain management, swelling reduction, and knee range of motion exercises.
2. *Strengthening phase (2-6 weeks)*: Progressive strengthening exercises for the quadriceps, hamstrings, and core muscles.
3. *Functional phase (6-12 weeks)*: Agility drills, balance exercises, and sport-specific training.
4. *Return to sport phase (3-6 months)*: Gradual return to sports activities, with ongoing strengthening and conditioning exercises.

_Therapy Sessions Required_

1. *Average 2-3 sessions per week*: For 3-6 months, depending on the individual's progress and goals.
2. *Total sessions: 30-60*: Spread over 3-6 months, with regular assessments and progression of exercises.

Question 2

I'm experiencing some tenderness when I press on my rib just below the nipple, and it started yesterday evening. It's only tender when touched. Should I be concerned about this?

Accepted Answer

if pain persists on right side of the chest would be due to gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease .If the pain persists on the left chest it would be due to heart related issues like myocardial infarction , pericardial effusion ,taponade etc ,.better an ecg,cardiac markers is advised

Question 3

I'm a bit concerned because I had a PTCA procedure about 14 months ago. Now, my doctor is suggesting I stop taking Axcer 90 mg twice daily for 5 days and just stick with Ecosprin 75 mg once a day. This is supposed to be for a CT-guided biopsy because I've got multiple lymph nodes in my abdomen. Is this safe, and should I be worried about any risks with stopping Axcer?

Accepted Answer

yes.

I'm really concerned about my dad's recent medical tests. His ECG showed something about an aVF T Wave abnormality, but then he got a 2D echo, and it came back normal. I'm just trying to understand why one test would show something abnormal and the other wouldn't. Could this mean something serious?

cause is lack of electrical impulse to the heart and lack of blood supply leading to sudden collaose and dizziness.Patient needs cardioversion or a defibrilator as a immediate treatment.

More Cardiology Health Queries

I'm worried about my dad. He had angioplasty last month, and he's been taking Preva As 150 mg every day. Now he's got a fever. Do you think it's okay to give him paracetamol?

I'm experiencing some tenderness when I press on my rib just below the nipple, and it started yesterday evening. It's only tender when touched. Should I be concerned about this?

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