- male
- 54 Years
- 22/01/2025
My dad is 54 and started having heart issues about 7 years ago. He's been on medication, but since last year, his ejection fraction dropped first to 38 and now it's at 42. What can we do to help improve his ejection fraction? I'm really worried.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
It's important to closely monitor and manage your father's heart condition. To help increase his ejection fraction (EF), the following medications can be considered: - ACE inhibitors like Lisinopril 10mg once daily - Beta-blockers like Carvedilol 6.25mg twice daily - Aldosterone antagonists like Spironolactone 25mg once daily In addition to medication, lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, a heart-healthy diet low in sodium and saturated fats, and stress management can also help improve EF. Regular follow-ups with his cardiologist are essential to adjust his treatment plan as needed.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
0
0
More Cardiology Health Queries
View allI'm really worried about how sudden anxiety and a spike in blood pressure after getting some shocking news could cause a heart attack. Is this something that can actually happen, and how would I know if it's a real risk for me or someone I care about?
Sudden anxiety and high blood pressure can potentially increase the risk of acute cardiac events, including cardiac arrest. It is important to manage anxiety and blood pressure to reduce this risk. In such situations, medications like Atenolol can be used to control blood pressure and anxiety. The typical dosage of Atenolol for high blood pressure is 25-100 mg per day, as prescribed by a doctor.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm feeling a bit worried because I've been having this heaviness in my chest, but it's only on the left side. Sometimes there's a bit of pain there too. Plus, my upper back on the left side is hurting as well. It's been going on for about a year now. I did a full body checkup in the first week of January and everything came back normal. What should I do now? Who should I see for this? Are there any specific tests you recommend?
Patient is advised x-ray chest ,cardiac markers and ecg.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I got an ECG done yesterday and it shows a slight ST depression in V3. Should I be concerned about this? I've been feeling a bit uncomfortable on the extreme left side of my chest, which is why I went for the ECG in the first place. There aren't any other pains or symptoms bothering me. By the way, I took the test about 40 minutes after finishing a workout at the gym - would that have any impact on the results?
Slight ST depression on an ECG can sometimes be a normal variant, especially if you have no other symptoms. However, given your symptoms of chest discomfort and the timing of the ECG after a workout, it is important to rule out any cardiac issues. I recommend you take a low dose of Aspirin 75mg for now to prevent any clot formation and consult a cardiologist for further evaluation and management.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Health Articles for you
View all
Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.