- male
- 50 Years
- 31/03/2021
What is the main cause of high blood pressure?
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Common factors that can lead to high blood pressure include: A diet high in salt, fat , and/or cholesterol . Chronic conditions such as kidney and hormone problems, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Family history, especially if your parents or other close relatives have high blood pressure.
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Consult a Cardiologist
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View allMy brother has been feeling some discomfort on the left side of his chest, and the doctor said his ECG is normal, just showing sinus tachycardia. He's really anxious and tends to worry about his health a lot, especially after recovering from COVID. We're wondering about getting an echo done, but the doctor suggested waiting a month. Is it okay to wait that long, or should we consider doing it sooner given his anxiety and constant thinking about his health?
Can delay the echo testing for up to one month after the ECG. It is important to monitor his symptoms during this time. Given his history of anxiety and hypochondria, it may be beneficial for him to consult with a mental health professional to address his concerns and manage his anxiety. It is also important for him to continue following up with his healthcare provider for further evaluation and guidance."
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I'm trying to understand what an ASO level of 257 means. I've been having this weird sensation in my chest and my heartbeat can get really up and down sometimes. Could you help me figure out what's going on and what I should do about it?
reduce stress levels and do some slight exercices
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I'm really concerned because I was told my ECG showed NSR incomplete, and I'm experiencing some weird symptoms like heaviness in my head, weakness, lower back ache, mild chest pain on the left side, and even some gastritis. Could this all be related? Should I be worried about how these symptoms are connected?
Based on your symptoms, it is important to address each issue individually. For the incomplete NSR on ECG, it may indicate a potential heart rhythm abnormality. To help regulate your heart rhythm, you can take a beta-blocker like Metoprolol (25-50mg) once daily. For the heaviness in head and weakness, it could be related to your blood pressure. You can take Amlodipine (5-10mg) once daily to help lower your blood pressure and improve blood flow. For lower back ache, you can take Ibuprofen (400-600mg) every 6-8 hours as needed for pain relief and inflammation reduction. For the mild pain in the left chest, it is important to rule out any cardiac issues. You can take Aspirin (81mg) daily to help prevent any potential clot formation. For gastritis, you can take Omeprazole (20mg) once daily before breakfast to reduce stomach acid and alleviate symptoms.
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