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  5. I'm really worried because he's having neck and ear pain, and now his heart rate is up to 118, and his BP's at 13593. Plus, he's been dealing with a cold and cough since yesterday. Should I be concerned about these symptoms happening all together?

I'm really worried because he's having neck and ear pain, and now his heart rate is up to 118, and his BP's at 13593. Plus, he's been dealing with a cold and cough since yesterday. Should I be concerned about these symptoms happening all together?

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I'm really worried because he's having neck and ear pain, and now his heart rate is up to 118, and his BP's at 13593. Plus, he's been dealing with a cold and cough since yesterday. Should I be concerned about these symptoms happening all together?

The symptoms you are experiencing could be due to an upper respiratory tract infection. To address your symptoms, you can take over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen for pain relief and a decongestant like pseudoephedrine for your cold symptoms. Additionally, you can use a saline nasal spray to help with congestion. For your cough, you can try a cough syrup containing dextromethorphan. It is important to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest. If your symptoms persist or worsen, please seek medical attention.

Last updated on 07 Feb 2025

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I've been having some concerns about my recent health check-up. My heart rate is around 55, and after a second ECG, it dropped to 52. The doctor had me do some additional tests, and my sodium is at 137, and potassium is 5.8. I'm not experiencing any ...

The decrease in heart rate from 55 to 52 beats per minute on ECG may not be a significant concern on its own, but the high potassium level of 5.8 mmolL (normal range is typically 3.5-5.0 mmolL) could be a cause for your light-headedness and dizziness. High potassium levels can affect the heart's rhythm and lead to symptoms like weakness, fatigue, and palpitations. To lower your potassium levels, you can make dietary changes such as avoiding high-potassium foods like bananas, oranges, potatoes, and tomatoes. Additionally, you should limit salt intake as high sodium levels can affect potassium levels. Drinking salt water with lemon may not significantly affect your potassium levels, but it's best to avoid it for now. Your doctor may prescribe you with a medication called **Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate** to help lower your potassium levels. The typical dosage is 15-60 grams daily, but your doctor will determine the appropriate dose for you based on your potassium levels. It's important to follow up with your doctor for further evaluation and management of your potassium levels. Make sure to follow a low-potassium diet and take the prescribed medication as directed to help normalize your potassium levels and alleviate your symptoms.

Last updated on 07 Feb 2025

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