Question 1

I'm really concerned about my father who's been dealing with Atrial Fibrillation for about 6 years now. A month ago, we talked to the doctor who recommended Eliquis 5mg, which he's been taking consistently. He's wondering if it's safe to stop taking the medication on his own, or if he should check with the doctor first. Could you offer some guidance on how to approach this situation?

Accepted Answer

It is important for your father to not stop taking Eliquis (Apixaban) 5mg suddenly without consulting the doctor. Abruptly stopping the medication can increase the risk of blood clots and stroke in patients with Atrial Fibrillation. Your father should consult with his doctor before making any changes to his medication regimen.

Question 2

I'm curious if heart angioscopy can diagnose all heart issues. Can it detect problems with both valves and arteries? I'm really anxious to know.

Accepted Answer

In heart angiography, doctors can visualize the blood flow in the coronary arteries to check for blockages or narrowing that may indicate coronary artery disease. However, heart angiography does not directly assess heart valve problems. To evaluate heart valve problems, doctors may use other tests such as echocardiography.

Question 3

I'm really concerned about my dad's recent medical tests. His ECG showed something about an aVF T Wave abnormality, but then he got a 2D echo, and it came back normal. I'm just trying to understand why one test would show something abnormal and the o...

Accepted Answer

cause is lack of electrical impulse to the heart and lack of blood supply leading to sudden collaose and dizziness.Patient needs cardioversion or a defibrilator as a immediate treatment.

Question 4

I'm feeling a bit stuck and could really use some advice. I've been dealing with anxiety for around nine months and have been on medication, gradually reducing the doses as my doctor advised. Everything was going okay until I had a panic attack ten d...

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to increase the dose of etizola beta 0.25 mg without consulting a healthcare professional. However, if your symptoms are worsening in the morning, you can try taking an additional half dose (0.125 mg) in the morning to help manage your symptoms until you can see your new doctor on Monday. Remember to stick to the prescribed total daily dose and do not exceed the maximum recommended dosage. If you experience any severe or concerning symptoms, please seek medical attention immediately.

Question 5

I had this sudden pain on the left side of my chest last night, and it kind of felt like there was pressure in my throat too. It went away after about 15-30 minutes, but theres still a bit of chest pain lingering. Any idea what might be going on? Im ...

Accepted Answer

Based on your description, it is possible that you may have experienced a muscle strain or inflammation in your chest wall, known as costochondritis. This condition can cause sharp, stabbing pain in the chest that may worsen with movement or deep breathing. It is usually not serious and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (e.g. Advil) taken at a dose of 400mg every 4-6 hours as needed for pain. However, if the pain persists or worsens, it is important to seek medical attention to rule out more serious conditions such as a heart problem.

Question 6

I've been experiencing some pain on the left side of my body, particularly in my hand and back. I read somewhere that T wave abnormalities might indicate something like inferolateral ischemia. Should I be worried, and what does all this mean?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis is inferior yocardial infarction..Treatment is Aspirin,nitrates, betablockers,calcium channel blockers, statins,and ACE inhibitors is advised to the patient..

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