- Female
- 72 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really worried about my grandma. She had a heart attack last week and she's still being treated. Do you think it's absolutely necessary for her to have angioplasty?
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Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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