- male
- 60 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been keeping an eye on my health and just found out that my blood pressure is at 14090. My ECG report shows that my right bundle branch is blocked, and now my doctor wants me to start taking CYTOGARD and MONIT GTN 2.6. To be honest, I'm a bit nervous about starting these medications since I don't really have any symptoms. Is it really necessary to take them, or should I hold off until there's something more serious going on?
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for conformation do 2d echo
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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