Dr. Yash Kathuria
Family Physician
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am suffering from PCOS, high cholesterol levels, acid reflux, and ongoing anxiety. I was taking Aspirin daily for my chest pain but stopped after excessive bleeding. I have been living in a state of fear for years. Can I restart the course of Aspirin to relieve chest pain? Please help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I went through your query and understood your concern. There can be many different causes of chest pain, like acid reflux, anxiety, musculoskeletal, lung, or heart disease, etc. In your case, I do not think the origin of the pain is cardiac because it could have been picked up in a stress echo or perfusion scan. If you have high cholesterol, then I suggest you take a cholesterol-lowering drug but not Aspirin. However, I wanted to ask you a few questions. Do you have any family history of cardiac diseases or cardiac death at a younger age? Do you get chest pain while doing strenuous work? Do you smoke or take alcohol? What is your recent blood sugar level? I also suggest you get a CT (computed tomography) angiography done, which will tell if there are some blockages in the heart to confirm the origin of chest pain. PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is surely a risk factor for a cardiac condition. Kindly follow up with the answers. I hope this has helped you. Thanks and regards.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your reply. The answers to your questions are. Yes, I have a history of heart issues on both ends and diabetes. I do not get chest pain during strenuous work. I do not drink much and I quit smoking weed. Although I smoke cigarettes occasionally. My blood sugar level was normal the last time I was checked but it has been elevated at times.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Since you have a family history of heart disease, your sugar level is elevated sometimes, and you have a smoking history. So, I suggest you change your lifestyle to reduce the risk of cardiac diseases. Eat more fruits and vegetables in your diet, at least three to four daily servings. Exercise daily, like walking, swimming, and cycling, for at least 30 minutes. Do some yoga and meditation practices. Avoid a nonvegetarian diet. Avoid junk food, smoking, and alcohol. Reduce the amount of salt intake in your diet. Monitor your blood pressure regularly. I hope this has helped you. Thanks and regards.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor.
Thank you for your reply. Would you recommend any specific blood tests? Also, my blood pressure is usually within normal limits. Please help.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I suggest you can do the following tests mentioned. Do hs-CRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein) test, Lipid profile if not done in the past three months, Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test. I hope this has helped you. Thanks and regards.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your reply.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Take Care and revert back in case of any queries. Thanks and regards.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Family Physician
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
