Question 1

I'm a bit concerned about my health and would really appreciate some advice. Back in May 2017, I had an angioplasty and have been keeping up with my meds and exercises since then. Currently, I'm on cilacar for my blood pressure and crevast 7510. I used to take ecosprin 7520, but my ENT doctor suggested that it could have been causing my nasal block and sinus issues. I've had two nasal surgeries to remove polyps, and I've been on crevast for the past month. So, I'm just wondering how often I should be getting my ECG, treadmill, echo, and other tests done. I've been doing lab tests every three months and everything's come back normal. Any guidance on this would be really helpful.

Accepted Answer

it is important to monitor your heart health regularly. Since you have already been taking lab tests once every three months and they have been normal, it is recommended to continue with this frequency for now. Additionally, it is advisable to undergo an ECG, treadmill test, and echo once every 6-12 months to assess your heart function and overall cardiovascular health. However, the frequency of these tests may vary based on your individual health condition and any specific recommendations from your cardiologist.

Question 2

I've been experiencing some discomfort and I'm really concerned. I'm a 23-year-old male and since January, I've had some pain in my right and left chest, as well as below my ribs. I tried taking medication for acidity at first. I noticed my heart rate is around 65 bpm while sitting but jumps to 90-100 bpm when I stand. This got me worried so I went to the hospital where my BP was 11090. The ECG came back normal, but the doctor suggested a 2D echo test. I've attached the results. I was on esomacD 40mg and etizola beta 0.25mg until the end of February, which seemed to help reduce the chest pain and occasional racing heartbeats. Today though, while resting, I felt a brief pain for about 3 seconds in the middle of my ribs on the left bottom side. My pulse was normal then. Could this be a sign of a heart attack or is there any risk involved?

Accepted Answer

Based on the information provided, it is unlikely that the symptoms you are experiencing are indicative of a heart attack. The normal ECG results and the improvement in chest pains and heart rate with the medications you were prescribed suggest that your symptoms may be related to other factors such as acid reflux or anxiety. Since you have already undergone medical evaluation including an ECG and 2D echo test, it is important to continue following up with your healthcare provider for further assessment and management. To address the occasional racing heart rate, you can consider taking Metoprolol 25mg once daily as prescribed by your doctor. Additionally, for acid reflux symptoms, you can continue using Esomac-D 40mg once daily before breakfast. If you experience any new or worsening symptoms, especially chest pain that radiates to your arm, jaw, or back, along with shortness of breath, dizziness, or nausea, seek immediate medical attention. Regular follow-up with your healthcare provider is essential to monitor your condition and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Question 3

I've been noticing that my heart is beating really fast and sometimes skips a beat, and it started about three weeks ago. I just turned 18 and have been masturbating a lot lately; I'm wondering if that's connected. I had an ECG done, and the doctor said my heart is fine, but it doesnt feel normal to me. My heart's never done this before. What steps can I take to get my heart rate back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Visit Psychiatrist for appropriate help

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