- Male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been experiencing palpitations when I'm trying to sleep, and it's kind of worrying me. I got my LDL levels checked, and they're about 173. What steps should I consider taking?
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Palpitations can be concerning, especially if you have high LDL levels. To help manage your palpitations and lower your LDL levels, you can start by making lifestyle changes such as exercising regularly and following a heart-healthy diet. In addition, your doctor may prescribe you a medication like Atorvastatin (brand name Lipitor) at a dosage of 10-20 mg to help lower your LDL levels. It is important to follow up with your doctor for further evaluation and management.
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Consult a Cardiologist
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I'm really worried about something. I've been dealing with diabetes for about three years now and high blood pressure for over 15 years. For that, I've been taking losium and istamate regularly. But lately, I've been experiencing a dry cough and feeling gassy. When I went to the Baptist Hospital, they said I needed to be admitted to the CCU and they ran some tests like ECG and blood tests, which came back negative. They also did a TMT and an echo. During the TMT, I felt tired after the second stage when the speed increased, and they told me I might have a heart problem, suggesting an angiogram. I decided against it and got discharged instead. I'm confused and not sure what to do next. Can you give me some advice on this?
It sounds like you are experiencing some side effects from your current medications. The dry cough and gas could be related to the medications you are taking for diabetes and high blood pressure. Since you are experiencing symptoms related to your heart, it is important to follow up with a cardiologist for further evaluation. I recommend discussing with your doctor about switching from losium to a different medication for high blood pressure to see if that helps with the cough and gas. Additionally, you may benefit from a medication adjustment for your diabetes as well. For your heart condition, it is important to follow up with a cardiologist for further evaluation and to discuss the possibility of undergoing an angiogram to assess the blood flow to your heart. In the meantime, make sure to monitor your blood pressure and blood sugar levels regularly, follow a healthy diet, and engage in regular physical activity as advised by your healthcare provider.
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I'm experiencing blurred vision along with muscle pain and feeling tired. I'm currently taking Cardace 5 mg, Metolar XR 50, Pantadoc 40 mg, Levazeo 25, Ecospirin 50 mg, Clopilet 75 mg, a statin 20 mg, Istamet 1001000, and Thyronorm 37.5 daily. Do you think there's a possibility any medicine could be reduced?
Blurred vision, muscle pain, and tiredness can be side effects of certain medications. In your case, the combination of Cardace 5 mg, Metolar XR 50, Pantadoc 40 mg, Levazeo 25, Ecospirin 50 mg, Clopilet 75 mg, Statin 20 mg, Istamet 1001000, and Thyronorm 37.5 may be contributing to these symptoms. To address these side effects, it is important to consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your medication regimen. However, based on the information provided, one possible adjustment could be to reduce the dose of Levazeo 25 mg. This should only be done under the guidance of your doctor to ensure proper management of your conditions.
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