I've been having chest pain and got a 2D echo, ECG, blood work, and an X-ray done. The doctor said everything looks normal, but I noticed some black marks on the left side of the diaphragm in the X-ray. Could you tell me what these might be? I'm a bit concerned.

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Diaphragmatic tumour,hernia,birth trauma ,surgical trauma ,thyroid disease and auto-immune disease are some of the causes..A dermatologist opinion is advised.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm a bit puzzled because my blood pressure reading came out to be 9864, which seems really low. I don't feel dizzy or anything, and I don't have any underlying health issues. Do you have any idea why my BP might be on the lower side? Also, what can I do to help improve it?

At your age thats common its not low no need to worry consume balanced diet and do regular Physical activity you will be fine

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I'm a bit worried because my PRO BNP test came back abnormal with a value of 800. Can you tell me what steps I should take next? Is there any medication that can help lower it, or are there other treatments I should consider?

A high level of Pro BNP indicates heart failure. To decrease the Pro BNP levels, treatment usually involves medications such as ACE inhibitors like Lisinopril at a starting dose of 2.5-5 mg once daily, Beta blockers like Metoprolol at a starting dose of 25-50 mg once daily, and Diuretics like Furosemide at a starting dose of 20-40 mg once daily. Lifestyle changes such as reducing salt intake, regular exercise, and weight management are also important in managing heart failure and lowering Pro BNP levels.

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I'm really struggling with this cough and breathlessness. Could it be the effects of Plagril? What's your take on it?

Ecg and x-ray chest pa view is advised to the patient.Plagril tablet reduces the formation of clots within the blood vessels and also increases the blood flow to the heart.

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