- male
- 21 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm a 21-year-old guy and I've been taking Concor Cor 2.5 mg every day for the past couple of months to help with chest pain, not for high blood pressure. I'm feeling better now and was wondering how I can stop taking it safely without causing any problems? I'd really appreciate your advice!
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View allI've been having a bit of chest pain for the past four days and it's been a little harder to breathe. What should I do about it?
Sputum for AFB ,microscopy ,x-ray chest pa view ,esr and complete blood count is advised to the patient.
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I've been going through my routine check-up results, and my ECG report mentions sinus tachycardia with some changes in the ST-T section. I'm a 29-year-old guy, and aside from some allergy issues, I don't have any chronic health problems. Should I be worried about these results? Is it considered normal, or is it something I need to look deeper into?
Sinus tachycardia is a normal increase in heart rate that is often a response to exercise, stress, or illness. In your case, since you have mentioned that you have no known chronic diseases other than allergy problems, it is important to consider other factors that may be causing the sinus tachycardia. The changes in the ST-T segment could be indicative of various conditions, such as myocardial ischemia or electrolyte imbalances. I recommend consulting with a cardiologist for further evaluation and management. In the meantime, you can take a low dose of beta-blockers such as Metoprolol 25mg once daily to help control your heart rate. Additionally, monitoring your electrolyte levels and ensuring proper hydration may also be beneficial.
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I'm a bit worried because my blood pressure is at 14289. I'm not really keen on starting medication right away if I can help it. Do you think changing my lifestyle could bring it down, or should I seriously consider taking medication? Any advice would be great.
For a blood pressure reading of 14289, it is slightly elevated and falls within the prehypertension range. Lifestyle changes can definitely help in lowering your blood pressure. You can start by maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, reducing sodium intake, eating a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables, limiting alcohol consumption, and managing stress. However, if lifestyle changes alone are not enough to lower your blood pressure, medication may be necessary. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare provider to discuss the best treatment plan for your specific situation.
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