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How should my father be treated for high CK levels?
Query: Hello doctor, My dad had a bypass eight months ago. Now the creatine kinase level is 914 U/L. He does not have a chest pain or any other problems. We found this on a routine blood test. Is it because of a heart condition? He is currently taking medications for his heart, high blood pressure, and di... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the files (attachment removed to protect patient identity). If his CK-MB (creatine kinase-MB) is normal, then his heart should be fine. CK-MB is more specific for the heart than plain CK. Also, his bilirubin levels are elevated. So, I would suggest a gastr... Read Full »
The patient had a heart attack nine months ago. Please assist me in understanding the report.
Query: Hello doctor, The patient had a heart attack nine months ago. Currently, she is taking Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Atorvastatin, Atenolol, and Enalapril. In addition, she has had a stent implant. I am trying to understand this report. Please assist in describing in normal terms what is wrong. LAD: Small ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The lady in question has suffered a heart attack (myocardial infarction), which is visible in the enclosed echocardiogram (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). However, the coronary angiogram report does not show any of the affected vessels ideals for... Read Full »
How can I develop right ventricular hypertrophy (RVH) in just four months?
Query: Hello doctor, I just had an echocardiogram that showed LVH (left ventricular hypertrophy), RVH (right ventricular hypertrophy), and RAE (right atrial enlargement). Four months ago, an echo only showed LVH, and the right side was normal. My LVEF (left ventricular ejection fraction) is 55 to 60. This ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. The reason for your condition is your high BMI (body mass index), which measures 42.4. Your ideal weight should be between 145 to 170 pounds. This obesity is causing strain on the right side of your heart and mild systolic... Read Full »
My echo reports shows MVP with slight MR. Please evaluate my reports and provide suggestions.
Query: Hi doctor, I had an ECG, echo, TMT, and blood tests, and all results were normal. The echo shows MVP with mild MR. Please review my reports and tell me your opinion. I am experiencing anxiety, fatigue, and unusual chest discomfort and have shed five kilograms. I have had a cough with mucus for two d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Although you have mitral valve prolapse, there is no mitral regurgitation. But your chest CT (computed tomography) scan shows mild bronchiectasis, caus... Read Full »
Why am I prescribed Xarelto for arrhythmia?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with heart arrhythmia and have been prescribed Xarelto and ACE inhibitor. I have had my heart re-booted via day procedure, so proper function has been restored. I would like to know why I have been prescribed Xarelto as ongoing treatment and the ACE inhibitor for ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. My guess is the cardiologist wants to reassess you after a month, especially regarding the response to Xarelto. Coming to the statement, in simple terms, you were assessed by the noninvasive echocardiography test i.e., TTE, after which they cardioverted your arrhythmia (m... Read Full »
Please explain the echo report in detail along with remedy.
Query: Dear doctor, My mother has some problem. Nothing specific, but a general weakness with increased heart rate sometimes. After a course of gastroenterology specialist checkup, no abnormality was found in the gastrointestinal tract. But, now an echocardiography reveals some type of dysfunction in the h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your mother's reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The LV (left ventricular) diastolic dysfunction in the echo is normally seen in females of her age and is not a cause for worry. The heart rate in both the ECGs (echocardiogra... Read Full »