Medications, Cardiology FAQ - Page 3

Hello doctor, how can I determine whether my atrial premature contractions are due to abnormal electrical discharges from a specific area in the atrium or caused by autonomic nervous system dysregulation leading to erratic signals, especially after a long period of time? Cardiolo...

Chest pain Hello Dr. Huang, I have been experiencing chronic chest pain and intermittent palpitations, so I returned for an exercise electrocardiogram (ECG) examination. During the exercise, I felt fine, but after finishing, I went to have a meal and experienced several episodes...

Drug allergy? I had carotid artery stents placed on both sides in September of last year and January of this year. I am currently taking antihypertensive medication, lipid-lowering medication, and dual antiplatelet therapy. The problem is that after taking dual antiplatelet thera...

Are there any restrictions on taking erectile dysfunction medications for patients with mitral valve prolapse? A few years ago, during a health check-up, mitral valve prolapse was detected, and I have experienced symptoms such as palpitations, chest tightness, shortness of breath...

Cardiac catheterization 1. Is it possible for AV nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT) and atrioventricular reentrant tachycardia (AVRT) to coexist, given the different diagnoses from the two catheterizations? 2. Although the ablation was empirical, does it indicate that the parah...

Cardiac catheterization? 1. Is it possible for AV nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT) and atrioventricular reentrant tachycardia (AVRT) to coexist, given that the diagnoses from the two catheterizations were different? 2. Although the ablation was empirical, does this indicate t...

Cardiac catheterization 1. Is it possible for AV nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT) and atrioventricular reentrant tachycardia (AVRT) to coexist, given that the diagnoses from the two catheterizations were different? 2. Although the ablation was empirical, does this indicate th...

Swelling of the dorsum of the foot and the ankle? Hello, my mother is 76 years old. She was previously taking a blood pressure medication called Shumaiyou (40/5/12.5 mg). However, due to issues with postprandial hypotension, the doctor switched her to Unisia (Candesartan 8 mg + A...

Is there a relationship between arrhythmia and thymoma? Hello Doctor, my mother is currently 59 years old and has been experiencing arrhythmia for the past few months, along with consistently high blood pressure. However, her cardiac evaluations have shown no issues. She has a hi...

Exercise Electrocardiogram Report Hello: The exercise electrocardiogram report is as follows. No additional tests were performed, and the doctor recommends continuing aspirin therapy. I would like to seek a second opinion regarding the necessity of continuing this medication. C...

I would like to inquire about the follow-up precautions after various heart examinations? Description of Symptoms: On June 14, 2022, approximately a year and a half ago, while climbing Keelung Mountain, I experienced a sudden onset of fatigue during the final steep segment. I sto...

High blood pressure due to a cold? In December, my blood pressure was a bit high, so I visited a hospital outpatient clinic where the doctor prescribed two medications: Prazosin and Diltiazem. During this period, my blood pressure readings consistently ranged from approximately 1...

Drug interactions Hello, doctor. May I ask if Propranolol for arrhythmia can be taken simultaneously with the traditional Chinese medicine "Shoumei Jiangzhi No. 1"? Thank you!

Mild mitral valve prolapse + exercise electrocardiogram? Hello Doctor: My cholesterol level is 241, and my low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is 171. I have not taken any lipid-lowering medications for five years. My father has a history of hypertension, diabetes, and hype...

I gradually feel that Inderal is becoming ineffective? Hello Doctor: I have mitral valve prolapse and tricuspid valve prolapse, and I occasionally experience arrhythmias and increased heart rate due to anxiety. During my student years, I first took Inderal (I am now in my fifties...

Dizziness and blood pressure? Hello, at the end of November, I experienced a spike in blood pressure up to 200 while in Germany and went to the emergency room. I was prescribed two medications: Metoprolol and Diltiazem 80 mg. After taking them for three days, I returned to Taiwan...

Medication Consultation Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask about my medication. I have a stent and have been taking medication for over eight months. Recently, in the past month, I have been experiencing increased bloating and belching after taking my medication, which has become ...

Atrial fibrillation Hello Doctor, I was recently diagnosed with atrial fibrillation by a hospital physician. The doctor mentioned that this condition increases the risk of stroke, and that if there are no risk factors, I do not need to take anticoagulants. However, my blood press...

Heart rate issues Hello, Doctor. A few years ago, I underwent catheter-based medication treatment for cardiac spasms and have been taking autonomic nervous system medications long-term. I use a ventilator at night due to sleep apnea and also take cardiology medications including ...

Distressing Questions Dear Dr. He, I apologize for the lengthy description below. For the past two years, I have been troubled by a significant issue: my mother experiences episodes of sudden hypertension, which makes her feel unwell. She is nearly 69 years old. In April of last...