Question 1

I've been experiencing this chest heaviness and occasional pain on the left side, especially when I'm walking or lifting something heavy on that side. It's got me a bit worried, even though I had an ECG, echo, and treadmill test done earlier this year, and they all came back normal. Im 33, and my BMI is 24. I make sure to walk for 30 minutes daily. My LDL cholesterol is 131, total cholesterol is 198, HDL is 49, and triglycerides are at 89. Does everything seem alright with these numbers, or should I be concerned about these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

While your ECG, echo, and TMT results from earlier this year are normal, the chest heaviness and pain you experience while walking or lifting heavy weights on the left side should not be ignored. Your lipid profile shows slightly elevated LDL cholesterol at 131 mgdL, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, but your total cholesterol and triglycerides are within acceptable ranges. Although these findings are somewhat reassuring, persistent symptoms warrant further evaluation. Consider following up with a cardiologist to discuss these symptoms and possibly repeat or conduct additional tests. Managing cholesterol through diet, exercise, and possibly medication, as well as continuing regular physical activity, is essential. Given your symptoms, it's crucial to ensure there is no underlying cardiovascular issue.

Question 2

I'm really concerned about my dad's health right now. A couple of years ago, he had bypass surgery and brain stenting, and he's been doing okay since then. But I've noticed that his pulse rate sometimes jumps to somewhere between 55 and 58 while he's resting and it goes even higher, to about 70 or 80, when hes walking. When hes sitting, it mostly remains at 55 to 58, whereas it used to be above 65. His blood pressure is 11570, and hes on a few medications like metosartan 50, clopivas 150, atorva 40, and glycomet 500. Should I be worried about these changes? He's not showing any symptoms or anything, but with the ongoing corona situation, we're hesitant to rush to the doctor for an ECG. Could this be normal, or is it something we need to look into?

Accepted Answer

His pulse rate dropping to 55-58 while resting and 70-80 after walking, with most of the time sitting at 55-58, is slightly lower than usual. Given his medical history of bypass surgery and brain stenting, along with the medications he is currently taking (metosartan 50, clopivas 150, atorva 40, and glycomet 500), it is important to monitor his heart rate closely. Considering he is feeling fine with no other symptoms, it may not be an immediate cause for concern. However, it would be advisable to consult with his healthcare provider for further evaluation. In the meantime, you can consider discussing with his doctor about adjusting the dosage of metosartan 50 to help regulate his pulse rate within a normal range.

Question 3

Why do cardiac arrests happen in the bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Water temperature,most often incidences of stroke or heart attack in the bathroom happen more in winter than in summer. Chilled water can cause the arteries to shrink and prevent blood flow to vital organs like the heart and brain.

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