Heart Diseases

2007-11-13 15:43:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I went in for my yearly physical, and my bloodwork came back okay, except for my cholesterol... it's 220. I have a history of open heart surgery (mechanical mitral valve), and I am currently on medication to control my blood pressure (it's under control with the meds). My mom, sister, and late dad all have high cholesterol. I have an appointment with my doctor to discuss what steps to take next. I eat fairly right (very few red meats, etc.), and I go walking five days a week. Has anyone out there gone through this? I'm nervous about my doctor appointment this week. What information do I need to tell him? What are your experiences? Thank you in advance for any help/advice you can share.

2007-11-13 12:14:34 · 4 answers · asked by loriannw1974 1

2007-11-13 10:53:49 · 6 answers · asked by Jessicat 3

I was wondering cause my niece asked and me and I didnt know.

2007-11-13 10:11:00 · 6 answers · asked by Lady A 2

2007-11-13 04:01:39 · 1 answers · asked by karen 1

For women aged 18-24, systolic bp (in mmHg) are normally distributed with a mean of 114.8 and a standard deviation of 13.1. Hypertension is commonly defined as systolic blood pressure above 140.

If 10 women aged 18-24 are randomly selected, what is the probability their mean systolic blood pressure is greater than 140?

2007-11-12 16:25:05 · 2 answers · asked by Von 3

For women aged 18-24, systolic bp (in mmHg) are normally distributed with a mean of 114.8 and a standard deviation of 13.1. Hypertension is commonly defined as systolic blood pressure above 140.

If a woman aged 18-24 is randomly selected, what is the probability her systolic blood pressure is above 140?

2007-11-12 16:22:42 · 1 answers · asked by Von 3

For women aged 18-24, systolic bp (in mmHg) are normally distributed with a mean of 114.8 and a standard deviation of 13.1. Hypertension is commonly defined as systolic blood pressure above 140.

If a women aged 18-24 is randomly selected what is the probability her systolic blood pressure is below 120?

2007-11-12 16:21:27 · 1 answers · asked by Von 3

2007-11-12 13:46:06 · 3 answers · asked by The Bear 1

How can you do a blood pressure reading using the second hand of a watch and a pulse point??

2007-11-12 08:16:31 · 6 answers · asked by aslanokla 2

In the Netherlands, there is a campaign going on to get as many people as possible to buy a defibrillator (approx. $600). The point is that when a heart attack is reported to the emergency services, the operator can give the caller the addresses of the nearest people who own one so the rescue efforts can start before the ambulance get there. After all, "the first six minutes are critical for the victim's survival".

As of late, I have begun hearing conflicting stories about these devices however. Some say that defibrillators are always helpful, even in cases of full cardiac arrest, while others claim that defibrillators only work when the heart is 'fibrillating' (extremely rapid spasms) and only serves to normalize the heartbeat.

My question of course is, who is right?

2007-11-11 23:55:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am smoking 6- 8 sigarets perday and my blood presseure is little 150- 165/95-105. Is't too much that i am smoking.

2007-11-11 23:37:16 · 3 answers · asked by abe 2

I have had a heart surgery one month back, it was an open heart surgery, so my sternum was cut to expose the interiors.
I want to ask how long do i need to sleep straight -- on my back, can i now start sleeping on side.
How long do i need to sleep on my back to get healed my wound completely.

2007-11-11 23:31:05 · 4 answers · asked by maestero 2

2007-11-11 18:23:31 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My mother is on procainamide which is the generic name for pronestyl. This is a heart medication to regulate an irregular heartbeat.

Does anyone know a manufacturer of this? I need to try and get her on the manufacturer's patient assistance program to see if we can get this for free or at a discounted price. It is very expensive. She's 81 and only has social security. I can't seem to find who makes it. I've been all over the net and no luck. All I can find is info on the drug itself.

Your help will be greatly appreciated.

2007-11-11 05:57:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does anyone know if an angioplasty stent operation a safe proceedure. That is where they put a ballon in the heart artery to push out the plaque and then leave a stent in. Does anyone know someone whose had one? Thanks- Just wondering!

2007-11-11 05:18:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know the dictionary definition for frail. But I think the doctor means something more.
My mom is 80 and had open heart sugery this summer. Though she is recovering slowly, the doctor and nurses said she is very frail.
What does the medical staff mean when they add "she's very frail" to the rest of the prognosis?

2007-11-11 02:49:45 · 14 answers · asked by s j 3

2007-11-11 01:17:54 · 6 answers · asked by mgeedy1962 1

in my driver's ed class, this was one of the questions and i can't find the answer in my text. thanks!!

2007-11-10 11:59:54 · 4 answers · asked by live4fun1121 4

I went in and did the EKG as part of my annual check up. they did it like 4 times because of the abnormal reading. then the doc comes in and tells me that I may have an irregular heart rhythm. Next week he'll give me a machine to wear for 24 hours to verify.

I have never been sick before. and I felt good unitl the doc gave me this news. Ive been kinda scared. whatt causes an irregular heart beat? will I be OK? I ran a mile a few weeks ago with no problems

Could the very attractive medical assistant leaning on and over me during the test throw off my heart beat? or doctor anxiety in general?

if it matters IM in my twenties

thanks

2007-11-10 11:22:46 · 4 answers · asked by D. J 2

2007-11-10 00:02:02 · 13 answers · asked by P.J. S 1

and how is it affected by a heart condition? specifically, a heart with only 2 chambers. i'm not knowledgable on these matters so i apologize if this isn't enough information.

2007-11-09 16:17:26 · 8 answers · asked by racer 51 7

Recentyly I underwent and quad bypass, October 4, Next week I expect to be released by my doctor to re-enter the real world.

Anyy good suggestions on how to gain back my athletic ability and information on heart rehab programs?

2007-11-09 14:55:12 · 2 answers · asked by sistersue 1

Im 22 years old, 6'2" tall i weigh 228 lbs . and my blood pressure is between 135-158 over 90-100. please help me.

PLEASE NO MEDICATIONS.
i HAVE ALREADY BEEN TO THE DOCTORS!

2007-11-09 14:48:57 · 17 answers · asked by kenknickerbocker 3

Im 21 yeasrs old, 6'2" tall i weigh 228 lbs . and my blood pressure is between 135-158 over 90-100. please help me.

PLEASE NO MEDICATIONS.
i HAVE ALREADY BEEN TO THE DOCTORS!

2007-11-09 13:47:06 · 17 answers · asked by kenknickerbocker 3

for high blood pressure ?

2007-11-09 13:37:58 · 4 answers · asked by sam 1

Common symptons are fatigue, chest pain, fast or irregular heart rate, abnormal ekg test.

2007-11-09 13:15:37 · 2 answers · asked by toodd 4

he had this a long time ago, maybe 7 yrs ago. First time this has happened since then . He got really sick, light headed, nauseas,had to lie down. Started sweating profusely. He smokes too much. What can this be?

2007-11-09 12:35:43 · 5 answers · asked by sadiemae 5

Hi, my friend took a stress test for her heart, and the results came back abnormal. She has always gotten good results back. Now she is very nervous. SHould she ask for another stress test or another heart Drs. opinion?

2007-11-09 09:02:47 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-08 23:58:33 · 10 answers · asked by gigandi 1