Question 1

I've been drinking a lot of water, like between 42 to 64 ounces a day, and I've noticed I sometimes get short of breath and feel some pressure on my chest. But when I don't drink as much water the next day, those symptoms kind of disappear. Could the amount of water I'm drinking be affecting my breathing and chest pressure?

Accepted Answer

There must some underlying condition,don't neglect, visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 2

I'm worried about left ventricle failure and what steps are involved in managing it. How do I go about registering for a heart transplant and who should I contact? Could you guide me through this, please?

Accepted Answer

Left ventricular failure is a serious condition where the heart's left ventricle is unable to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. Treatment for left ventricular failure typically involves a combination of medications such as ACE inhibitors (e.g. Enalapril) and beta blockers (e.g. Metoprolol) to help improve heart function and manage symptoms. In some cases, a heart transplant may be recommended for severe cases of left ventricular failure. To register for a heart transplant, you would need to contact a specialized heart transplant center or hospital that performs such procedures. Some well-known centers for heart transplants include Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. It is important to consult with a cardiologist or heart failure specialist to discuss your options and determine the best course of action for your specific situation.

Question 3

I've had two stents placed and been on heart and BP meds for about a year now. After surgery, my dietitian said to avoid juices and dry fruits and limit myself to one fruit a day. Now that it's been a while, I'm wondering what kind of diet I should be following can I relax these restrictions or should I stick to them? What's safe for someone like me?

Accepted Answer

Limit the amount of saturated fat you eat. It is not just about the total fat content of the diet, but also the type of fat in the diet. Try to avoid eating foods that are high in saturated fat. Foods that are high in saturated fat include meat pies, sausages, butter, cream, hard cheese, cakes, biscuits and foods that contain coconut or palm oil. Eating foods that are high in unsaturated fat can help to reduce your cholesterol level. Foods high in unsaturated fat include oily fish (such as herring, mackerel, sardine, salmon), avocados, nuts and seeds, sunflower, rapeseed and olive oil. Reduce you salt intake. Many foods contain hidden salt. Lowering your salt intake can reduce your risk of another MI and also other cardiovascular diseases

echo advised once in 6-12 months..

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