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How is diastolic dysfunction managed?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My 65-year-old father has a heart condition. I am attaching his medical reports with this message.

Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed your dad's results (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The echocardiogram indicated evidence of diastolic dysfunction, which can be caused by cardiomyopathy or may occur in older patients with diabetes, hypertension, etc. I generally recommend treatment only if the patient is symptomatic. In such cases, I typically prescribe beta blockers along with an ACE inhibitor (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). I suggest you discuss this option with his specialist.

I wish him a speedy recovery.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the quick response.

I had a discussion with his cardiologist, and the details of the discussion are attached. Please check to see if everything is in order.

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed the cardiologist's prescription (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I recommend that you continue with all the medications as prescribed by him. His recovery will take time, as this is a chronic condition. Additionally, he should reduce his salt intake.

Best regards.

Answered byDr. Isaac Gana

Medically reviewed byDr. K. Shobana

Published At August 21, 2017
Reviewed AtOctober 18, 2024

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