Question 1

I've been dealing with mitral valve prolapse and regurgitation, and I've had pericarditis a few times. The problem is I don't have health insurance, so I'm a bit worried about when I actually need to see a doctor. Lately, I've been experiencing numbness in my legs, feet, and arms, and I occasionally get dizzy when I stand up. There's also some discomfort in my chest, but it's not super intense. I'm really wondering if these are signs that I should be heading to a doctor despite not having insurance. What do you suggest I do?

Accepted Answer

These symptoms could indicate a worsening of your heart condition or potential nerve issues. You can take over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen for chest discomfort. However, it is crucial to address the underlying issues. For your heart conditions, you can take medications like Metoprolol for mitral valve prolapse and Colchicine for pericarditis. To improve blood circulation and relieve numbness, you can try Aspirin and Vitamin B complex supplements. Please visit a healthcare facility for a thorough evaluation and proper management of your symptoms.

Question 2

I'm feeling worried because I've been having arm pain alongside chest pain. I've already had an EKG, some blood work, and an X-ray, and all the results were normal except the EKG, which showed some abnormalities. What might be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Given your symptoms of arm and chest pain, and abnormal EKG results despite normal blood work and X-ray, possible causes could include: musculoskeletal strain, costochondritis, pericarditis, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); however, the abnormal EKG result warrants further evaluation, so consider consulting a cardiologist to rule out underlying cardiac conditions, such as myocardial bridging, coronary artery spasms, or cardiac syndrome X.

Question 3

I'm dealing with an anxiety disorder, and my doctor prescribed me 12 Ciplar LA 20. Unfortunately, it's out of stock, but I found Ciplar 10 instead. I'm wondering if they're the same or if I should do something different. Can you help me figure this out?

Accepted Answer

YES. Continue same treatment.

Question 4

I'm feeling healthy overall, but I've been experiencing this needle-like poking sensation in my heart a few times a day, and it's starting to worry me. I'm curious if there's something I can do naturally to stop it. Any advice?

Accepted Answer

Advised an ecg and cardiac markers.

Question 5

I'm feeling a lot of pain in my left shoulder and it's been happening pretty often since yesterday. I'm really concerned it might be linked to a heart issue. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

An ecg and cardiac markers are advised.

Question 6

I'm curious about whether soy milk really helps in lowering LDL cholesterol and if it's good for the heart. How much soy milk would be safe for someone with heart issues to drink?

Accepted Answer

Soy milk is indeed beneficial for heart health as it contains plant-based proteins and is low in saturated fats. The presence of soy protein in soy milk has been shown to help reduce LDL cholesterol levels. For heart health benefits, it is recommended for a heart patient to consume around 25 grams of soy protein per day. This is roughly equivalent to 2-3 cups of soy milk daily. Regular consumption of soy milk as part of a balanced diet can contribute to a healthy heart.

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