Question 1

I'm really worried about my high blood pressure since I'm only 27. I've been dealing with anxiety and PCOS, and I've been taking Diane 35 and Fincar for the past month. Lately, I find myself getting short of breath whenever I think about all of this. I don't want to die early and really want to improve my lifestyle. What should I do?

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High blood pressure can be concerning, especially at a young age. It's important to manage your blood pressure to reduce the risk of complications. Since you are already taking Diane 35 and Fincar for PCOS, it's essential to monitor your blood pressure regularly. In addition to lifestyle modifications such as maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise, you may benefit from medication to help control your blood pressure. I recommend consulting with your healthcare provider to discuss the possibility of starting an antihypertensive medication such as Amlodipine 5mg once daily to help lower your blood pressure and reduce the risk of complications. Remember to continue monitoring your blood pressure and follow up with your healthcare provider regularly to adjust your treatment plan as needed."

Question 2

What's the deal with moderate left ventricular (LV) function if the LVEF is 45%? My dad had an Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction (IWMI) last week. Any advice on what this means for his heart health and what steps we should be taking?

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Moderate LV function means that the left ventricle of the heart is not pumping as effectively as it should be. An LVEF (Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction) of 45% indicates that the heart is pumping out 45% of the blood with each heartbeat, which is slightly below the normal range (55-70%). For your father's condition following an IWMI (Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction), it is important to manage his heart health carefully. He may benefit from medications such as ACE inhibitors like Enalapril 5mg once daily, beta-blockers like Metoprolol 25mg twice daily, and statins like Atorvastatin 20mg once daily to help improve heart function and prevent further complications. Additionally, lifestyle modifications such as a heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, and stress management are also important for his recovery. Regular follow-up with a cardiologist is essential to monitor his heart function and adjust treatment as needed.

Question 3

I've been dealing with this nose bleeding issue for years, but after I started taking clopilet, it just seemed to get worse. At first, I was on the 150mg dose with my other meds like ecospirin, but when the bleeding got out of hand, I reduced to 75mg...

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The nose bleeding may be due to the antiplatelet medication Clopilet. Since the bleeding continued even after reducing the dosage, it is important to address this issue. I would recommend discussing with your doctor about switching to an alternative antiplatelet medication such as Brilinta (Ticagrelor) or Plavix (Clopidogrel) to see if the nose bleeding improves. Additionally, continue taking Ecospirin as prescribed. If the bleeding persists, further evaluation may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the nose bleeds.

Question 4

I'm a bit worried about my mom's injection. She just had CABG surgery, and the doctor prescribed Tazact 4.5 gm. We assumed it would be your regular kind of injection, but it turned out to be powder. We also got a saline bottle with sodium chloride in...

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To prepare the Tazact 4.5 gm injection, you will first need to reconstitute the powder with the provided saline solution. Start by washing your hands thoroughly and then clean the rubber stoppers of both the Tazact powder vial and the saline bottle with an alcohol swab. Next, use a syringe to withdraw the entire contents of the saline bottle and inject it into the Tazact powder vial. Gently swirl the vial to ensure the powder is completely dissolved. Avoid shaking the vial vigorously as it may affect the effectiveness of the medication. Once the powder is fully dissolved, withdraw the reconstituted solution back into the syringe. Your Tazact 4.5 gm injection is now ready for administration. Remember to follow your doctor's instructions carefully regarding dosage and administration schedule.

Question 5

I'm a 23-year-old guy experiencing some weird chest pains that also hit my shoulders, arms, back, and even my abdomen. It's like a burning pain that moves around, and I'm worried because it's not constant. I went to the doctor, and they said my ECG i...

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It sounds like you may be experiencing symptoms of musculoskeletal pain or nerve irritation. To help with the pain in your chest, arms, shoulders, and back, you can take Acetaminophen 500mg every 6 hours as needed for pain relief. Additionally, you can apply a topical pain relief gel like Volini gel on the affected areas for relief. Make sure to avoid any activities that worsen the pain and try to maintain good posture. If the pain persists or worsens, it is important to follow up with your doctor for further evaluation and management.

Question 6

I'm feeling some pain in my left chest, right where the ribs are, just under the man breast. It gets more painful when I press that spot, but I don't have any issues with breathing. My cholesterol was borderline high in my recent health check-up, but...

Normal, nothing to worry ok.

Last updated on 23 Jan 2025

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Normal, nothing to worry ok.

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