Are there medicines or procedures to improve my EF which is 40%?
In order to treat changes in the heart performance as measured by the ejection fraction and/or prevent further deterioration, there...
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Should we increase my father’s metoprolol?
Dear Leween, In a complicated case like your father’s, only the attending M.D. can regulate the medications. Good luck.
Will donating blood reduce my blood pressure?
Donating a pint of blood will not affect your heart in any meaningful way.
The medication my doctor prescribed is making me feel worse. Can I safely stop it?
Dear Kent: Most likely the Carvedilol is the reason for your symptoms. You should discuss with your cardiologist the dose...
Is there a different beta blocker that works as well as atenolol but without side effects?
Thanks for the question. Bystolic is an alternative to atenolol in patients with ED. Please check with your cardiologist before...
What other treatments are available for controlling atrial fib?
Beta blockers and Digoxin can be used to control heart rate individually or together. Alternatively, cardioversion can be considered. In...
Is medication or radiofrequency ablation the generally preferred option for treating SVT?
The treatment of choice for SVT is radiofrequency ablation. The risk of need for a pacemaker is less than 1%....
Why does a person have high cholesterol in the arteries if it never showed up in blood exams?
Dear Sylvia, I can’t give you a specific answer without more information. Elevated cholesterol is only one risk factor for...
