Understanding Ischemic Heart Disease: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Ischemic heart disease Hello Director Chen, I would like to ask what is meant by "ischemic heart disease"? What are its symptoms? Since I was 20 years old, I have experienced symptoms where it feels like my heart is being squeezed. During these episodes, I am unable to...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
Ischemic heart disease refers to heart conditions caused by myocardial hypoxia, primarily due to partial obstruction of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart, often resulting from atherosclerosis. When the myocardium is deprived of oxygen, it can lead to chest pain...[Read More] Understanding Ischemic Heart Disease: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Post-Heart Catheterization: Understanding Low Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Fluctuations
Cardiac catheterization (balloon angioplasty) After surgery (more than a month), my heart rate is only around 50, and my blood pressure is abnormal. Upon getting out of bed, my systolic blood pressure is quite high (150 to 160), while my diastolic blood pressure is around 80. At ...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, Thank you very much for your letter. Regarding your inquiry, Dr. Chen's response is as follows: The concentration of medication in the blood is related to the timing of administration. If blood pressure cannot be continuously controlled within normal limits o...[Read More] Post-Heart Catheterization: Understanding Low Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Fluctuations
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