Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The CPK enzyme (creatine phosphokinase) is specific to the heart. It gets elevated only in cardiac disease and not in malaria. However, a more specific test would be troponin enzyme levels. Also, age does not cause CPK (creatinephosphatase) enzymes to increase.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The reason for Simvastatin is your high LDL cholesterol level (low-density lipoprotein). I hope this helps. Please revert so I can assist you further. Thank you.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I have a few suggestions for you, 1. Cilostazol is not a blood thinner. It helps patients with peripheral vascular disease.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should continue taking Rosuvastatin. I recommend adding Fenofibrate 160 mg daily, as it can help improve your lipid profile. Please consult your specialist doctor, discuss this with them, and start taking the medication only after obtaining their consent. I hope this helps.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Global T-wave inversion carries very little significance (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I would suggest repeating the ECG (electrocardiogram) again in six months if the patient is asymptomatic. If otherwise, you can get a CT (computerized tomography) coronary angiography to rule out any CAD (coronary artery disease). I hope this helps.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Stress is a primary contributor to your hypertension and lack of sleep. This can be managed by taking blood pressure (BP) medications. Incorporating regular exercise into your routine can help reduce both stress and blood pressure. There are typically no effects on your sexual desire when BP medications are taken for a short period.
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