Question 1

I'm a bit concerned because when I place my hand on my chest, I can't feel my heartbeat. However, I can easily feel my pulse in the veins of my hand when I'm sitting quietly. Is this something normal, or should I be worried?

Accepted Answer

Viral fever concerns:
 
 _Common symptoms:_
 
 1. Fever
 2. Chills
 3. Headache
 4. Fatigue
 5. Body aches
 6. Sore throat
 
 _Not all viral infections have:_
 
 1. Running nose
 2. Cough
 
 _Your experience:_
 
 1. Fever
 2. Chills
 3. Sweating (paracetamol-related)
 4. Normal blood tests
 
 _Doctor's concerns:_
 
 1. Platelet count monitoring (potential viral-related thrombocytopenia)
 2. Ruling out other conditions (e.g., dengue, malaria)
 
 _Follow-up:_
 
 1. Return to the hospital in 2 days for platelet count check
 2. Monitor symptoms:
 - Fever persistence
 - Severe headache
 - Difficulty breathing
 - Abdominal pain
 
 _General advice:_
 
 1. Stay hydrated
 2. Rest
 3. Paracetamol or doctor-recommended medication for fever management

Question 2

My dad's been dealing with high blood pressure, around 155 over 105, and his creatinine levels were a bit high too, at 1.8. He used to be on 5mg Minipress and 10mg Calcigard, but then he got prescribed 20mg Calcigard by mistake. Now, his blood pressure hasn't changed, but his creatinine shot up to 2.6. Could this be because of the change in the Calcigard dosage?

Accepted Answer

yes could be probable cause..

Question 3

I'm really worried about my husband. His total cholesterol is at 290 and his hemoglobin is around 17.3. Could you tell me if it's okay for him to take cholesterol-lowering meds along with ecoaspirin? Also, what can we do to lower his overall cholesterol since his HDL is only 32?

Accepted Answer

For high total cholesterol, it is advisable to start cholesterol-lowering medication. I recommend starting him on a statin medication such as Lipitor (Atorvastatin) at a dose of 20mg daily. In addition, he can take Ecospirin (Aspirin) for its antiplatelet effects. However, please consult with a doctor before starting any new medication. To help reduce his total cholesterol, it is important to also focus on lifestyle changes. Encourage him to follow a healthy diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol, engage in regular physical activity, and maintain a healthy weight. Increasing his intake of foods high in omega-3 fatty acids like fish, nuts, and seeds can also help improve his HDL levels.

I've been feeling a strong heartbeat that I can actually feel through my neck, and I can even see the pulse moving there. Is this something to be worried about? What could be causing it?

ecg and echo is advised..

More Cardiology Health Queries

I'm a bit concerned because when I place my hand on my chest, I can't feel my heartbeat. However, I can easily feel my pulse in the veins of my hand when I'm sitting quietly. Is this something normal, or should I be worried?

I'm really worried about my husband. His total cholesterol is at 290 and his hemoglobin is around 17.3. Could you tell me if it's okay for him to take cholesterol-lowering meds along with ecoaspirin? Also, what can we do to lower his overall cholesterol since his HDL is only 32?

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