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Medical Conditions - Homocysteine

Homocysteine is an amino acid found in the blood, which is obtained by eating meat. High levels of homocysteine in the blood is a risk factor for developing heart diseases.

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Do high homocysteine and amylase increase heart risk?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns, and I want to explain this calmly and clearly, step by step, in simple terms. Your homocysteine level is approximately 30 µmol/L, which is high.

Can diet alone help reduce my migraine frequency?;

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern.

My hemoglobin levels are high. Do I need to worry?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post and investigations (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There are a few significant abnormalities which I will try to address.

How can homocysteine levels be lowered?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your homocysteine level is elevated, as is your MCV (mean corpuscular volume), suggesting a possible vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiency.

Can smoking cause elevated homocysteine levels?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have reviewed your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is not concerning.

What causes mild chest pain that lasts over three days?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Get an ECG (electrocardiogram), 2D echo, and TMT test (treadmill test) to rule out any cardiac risk.

How to treat high levels of homocysteine?

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How to treat elevated levels of homocysteine and uric acid?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient's identity). You have low vitamin B12, low vitamin D and slightly high uric acid levels.

What does high homocysteine level indicate?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your medical history carefully and the lab results you sent in (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

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