Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Possible Causes and Solutions
Shortness of breath Dear Doctor, I have a question. For some unknown reason, I sometimes wake up in the middle of my sleep feeling like I can't breathe. After waking up, I struggle to take a deep breath and find it difficult to inhale fresh air. It takes a lot of effort bef...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
It may be sleep apnea; please seek assistance from a reputable pulmonology department. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chest Tightness and Heart Pain: When to Seek Help
Chest tightness / heart pain Hello: Since early last year, I have been experiencing chest tightness and heart pain. Due to work commitments, I did not pay much attention to it until the pain became more pronounced between July and October of last year, at which point I realized i...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
Mitral valve prolapse often presents with such complaints without significant disease severity, so it is unnecessary to take leave without pay. It is recommended to: 1. Quit smoking to avoid exacerbating symptoms; 2. Identify and avoid situations in daily life that may trigger or...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Heart Pain: When to Seek Help
Should My Mother Start Medication for Heart Health Concerns?
Do you recommend whether medication is necessary? Dr. Lin, my mother is 64 years old, obese, and has a postprandial blood sugar level of 142. Recently, her cholesterol was checked at 266 and triglycerides at 198. Do you recommend that she needs medication? Thank you! Sincerely, Y...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
After modifying lifestyle and dietary habits for three to six months, a follow-up examination will be conducted to determine whether medication is necessary.[Read More] Should My Mother Start Medication for Heart Health Concerns?
Do I Need Cholesterol Medication with Mitral Valve Insufficiency?
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you'd like me to translate into English? Hello, doctor. I have congenital mitral valve insufficiency. My cholesterol levels are consistently over 200. Should I take medication to lower my chole...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
If cholesterol levels remain consistently above 250, dietary control should be implemented, and if ineffective, medication may be necessary. High cholesterol can lead to atherosclerosis, so it is important to be cautious.[Read More] Do I Need Cholesterol Medication with Mitral Valve Insufficiency?
Managing Hypertension: Concerns After Mild Stroke and Medication Adherence
Hypertension Is hereditary hypertension associated with a mild stroke experienced in July-August? Could forgetting to take medication lead to fluctuating blood pressure? Additionally, is it possible to have slurred speech, memory decline, or reduced limb strength, along with prol...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
When discontinuing medication, there may be an increase in symptoms, but ongoing medication management can control this. Blood pressure may need to be lowered slightly, and it is advisable to consult both cardiology and neurology, as well as rehabilitation medicine, for comprehen...[Read More] Managing Hypertension: Concerns After Mild Stroke and Medication Adherence
Choosing Cholesterol-Lowering Medications for Liver Health
Lipid-lowering medications It is known that most lipid-lowering medications can affect liver function, so patients with hepatitis B and impaired liver function should be cautious in their selection. Pravastatin, which claims not to be metabolized by the liver, may be a good optio...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
It is advisable to first attempt to modify dietary habits and lifestyle.[Read More] Choosing Cholesterol-Lowering Medications for Liver Health
Understanding Aortic Nodules: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Aortic nodule Hello Dr. Lin, in my recent health check report, it mentioned "significant aortic nodule." What is an aortic nodule? I do not smoke or drink alcohol, my cholesterol and other tests are normal, and I am neither obese nor hypertensive, so I am unsure what co...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
The phenomena observed in the chest X-ray may not necessarily have clinical significance. If you have concerns, you may visit a cardiology outpatient clinic for a relevant consultation and physical examination.[Read More] Understanding Aortic Nodules: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Low Pulse Rate and Fatigue in Heart Disease Patients
excuse me? Dear Doctor, my father has high blood pressure and was recently discharged from the hospital. He was diagnosed with an acute stroke and cardiovascular disease. Currently, his blood pressure is within the normal range, but his pulse is 48-55 beats per minute. Is this co...
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
A consultation with the cardiology outpatient clinic is necessary to evaluate the need for medication, including beta-blockers. If medication is required, adjustments will need to be made; if not, further investigation into the underlying cause is needed.[Read More] Understanding Low Pulse Rate and Fatigue in Heart Disease Patients
Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Heart Health Insights
Chest tightness? Dizziness, chest tightness, frequent joint pain at night, and recurrent numbness in the hands.
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
The likelihood of the described condition is high; please visit the rheumatology clinic first. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness: Causes and Heart Health Insights
How to Manage High Blood Pressure: Tips from a Cardiologist
What should I do if my blood pressure is high? Doctor Lin, what should I do if I have high blood pressure? Can exercise or a vegetarian diet help improve it? I would appreciate your advice, thank you!
Dr. Lin Changqi reply Cardiology
Please measure your blood pressure several times to confirm if it is consistently above 140/90 mmHg, which is considered hypertension. If so, you should first modify your lifestyle by exercising, losing weight, and reducing oil and salt intake. If your blood pressure remains high...[Read More] How to Manage High Blood Pressure: Tips from a Cardiologist