Dr. Zhuang Junbin reply Cardiology Question

Chest pain radiating to the back? Hello Dr. Chuang, thank you for your previous response. Following your advice, my heart pain has decreased. I would like to ask you about something: in the past, I experienced heart pain that radiated to my back, and now, although my heart does n...

The symptoms of heart disease are becoming increasingly severe? Hello, Doctor. I was recently diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse with mild mitral regurgitation, mild aortic regurgitation, mild tricuspid regurgitation, and probable pulmonary hypertension. The doctor prescribed I...

Cardiomegaly What are the causes of cardiac hypertrophy? What dietary considerations should be taken into account? Can it lead to other health complications?

Sensitive constitution Since I had an endoscopy, I may have a sensitive constitution and am allergic to anesthetics and muscle relaxants. Now, without exercising, my heart rate can reach 116 beats per minute in the morning, and it usually stays around 90, whereas it used to be on...

Physical examination Today, during my physical examination, I was found to have a heart issue, and the doctor did not clear me. He noted the reason as "systolic heart murmur," but he also mentioned that it should not have a significant impact. The examination took place...

Periodic increase in heart rate? Hello Doctor: My father is 82 years old and lives in a rural area. He was in good health until his seventies. About last summer, he suddenly had difficulty eating for several days (approximately 3-4 days), then returned to normal for about 7-8 day...

Cardiac issues Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about occasional discomfort and tightness in my left chest. I have had a chest X-ray that showed no abnormalities, and my blood pressure is within normal range. However, I have a history of fainting and experienced a sudden dro...

Wheezing..? Doctor: Hello! I am taking Inderal for certain reasons, but I don't understand why I experience shortness of breath whenever I take this medication. The more medication I take, the more I feel like I can't catch my breath. Could you please explain the reason...

The puncture site after a blood draw..? After my blood draw during the newborn check-up, the puncture site has not healed, and there are signs of inflammation the day after the blood draw. I attended a class in the basement, where I tend to have some allergic reactions. Then, in ...

Palpitations that are so strong that one can feel the vibrations themselves? Hello doctor, I often feel that my heartbeat is unusually strong, causing my body to experience significant vibrations. Sometimes, when I lean my chest against a table, the surface shakes quite a bit, an...

What would you like to know about exercise electrocardiograms? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been feeling something unusual with my heart. Once, while riding in a car up a mountain (to Qingjing, I was just sitting in the car), I suddenly experienced dizziness and shortness of br...

Different results? Dear Doctor: Last year, I went to the hospital due to physical discomfort and underwent a cardiac ultrasound. I visited the cardiology departments at Hsinchu Hospital and Veterans General Hospital, both of which reported only mild mitral valve prolapse. The doc...

There seems to be an unusual sound in the thoracic cavity? Hello Dr. Chuang, I would like to ask about something I noticed over a month ago. I suddenly discovered that in a very quiet environment, I could hear a strange sound frequency in my chest that seemed similar to my heartb...

Experiencing an increased heart rate during sleep? Recently, at night while sleeping, I sometimes suddenly feel like I'm about to die. My chest feels tight, and then my heart starts racing. When I touch my chest, it feels like it's pounding like a drum, and my heartbeat...

Heart problems? Hello Doctor: A friend of mine told me that sometimes he can feel his heart contracting, and his breathing becomes very irregular. Additionally, when he eats, his heart rate increases, and he feels like he can't get enough air and wants to take deep breaths. ...

Blood pressure seems to be low? My platelet count is around 80,000. It was first discovered six years ago when I was pregnant with my first child. Before delivery, it dropped to a low of 25,000. During my pregnancy, I regularly consulted a hematologist. About a year ago, I starte...

Foods for Hypertension and High Cholesterol Is it necessary to take medication long-term if my blood pressure is often around 160? (I have seen a doctor, but they only prescribed a diuretic.) My cholesterol levels are still within the normal range; should I restrict my intake of ...

For example, a systolic blood pressure of 120, diastolic blood pressure of 43, and a pulse rate of 56 could indicate several potential causes. This combination may suggest a condition known as isolated diastolic hypotension, where the diastolic pressure is significantly lower tha...

Palpitations Dear Dr. Zhong, what are the disadvantages of sinus bradycardia, and should one see a doctor? Is sinus bradycardia an occasional phenomenon? My grandmother is 83 years old, and she has difficulty walking and experiences weakness in her legs. Recently, she has mention...

The issues related to prolonged sitting? Hello, I would like to ask some medical questions because I am currently abroad. Previously, while I was in my school dormitory, I spent more than 7 to 8 hours a day sitting in front of the computer for several months continuously. Then, d...