- Female
- 55 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really worried about a condition I've heard of, the left bundle branch block, and I'm trying to understand what it means for someone who's 55, female, with high sugar levels and blood pressure. Is it normal that there's no chest pain or dizziness with this, or should we be concerned about that? Just trying to wrap my head around what steps to take next or if it's worse than it seems.
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Left bundle branch block in a 55-year-old female with high sugar level and blood pressure, but no chest pain or dizziness can be managed by controlling the underlying conditions. It is important to monitor her heart health regularly. I would recommend starting her on a medication like Metoprolol (25-50mg) to help regulate her heart rate and blood pressure. Additionally, she should be prescribed an ACE inhibitor like Lisinopril (10-20mg) to manage her blood pressure. Regular monitoring and follow-up with a cardiologist is essential in this case.
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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