- male
- 70 Years
- 31/03/2021
What are the 4 stages of heart failure?
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Stage 1:Cardiac disease but no symptoms and no physical limitations in ordinary activity. Stage 2: Mild symptoms and slight limitation in physical activity. Stage 3: Siginificant limitation in physical activity due to symptoms, comfortable ony at rest. Stage 4: Severe limitaitons, symptoms even at rest.
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Consult a Cardiologist
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After angioplasty for MI, it is generally recommended to wait at least 1-2 weeks before driving a two-wheeler. As for exercise, you can start with light activities such as walking and gradually increase to moderate intensity exercises like cycling or jogging. Swimming can also be resumed, but it is important to start slowly and gradually increase the intensity. Remember to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations based on your individual recovery progress.
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I'm really worried about my dad's blood pressure. It's just not going down, even though he's taking Olmesar H 40 in the morning and Prolomate XL 50 at night. I came across something called Metocard AM and was wondering if it might be better for him than Prolomate XL 50. Also, do you think Prolomate XL 50 could lead to other health issues?
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I've been having this odd pinching sensation on my left side, and my doctor suggested getting a 2D Echo and an ECG. They said everything came back normal, but now I'm finding it harder to breathe. I'm not really sure what's going on. Can anyone offer a second opinion on this? I've got my 2D Echo and ECG reports attached.
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