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What are the home remedies for high blood pressure?
There are multiple nutritional therapies. Common nutrients include Coenzyme Q10 at the appropriate dosage for you, Magnesium, D-ribose, vitamin C, nattokinase, nitric oxide/beets, READ MORE
There are multiple nutritional therapies. Common nutrients include Coenzyme Q10 at the appropriate dosage for you, Magnesium, D-ribose, vitamin C, nattokinase, nitric oxide/beets, Fish Oil, Vitamin D3 and K2 multivitamins and B vitamins. Emotional health and daily exercise, meditation, prayer and weight management. Get nutritional testing.
Is a ventilator considered life support?
Yes, a ventilator is respiratory life support.
Can my daughter outgrow juvenile arthritis?
I assume that she had proper testing with a rheumatologist. Your best answer comes from getting ongoing testing and follow up. Please consult her rheumatologist, who is an expert READ MORE
I assume that she had proper testing with a rheumatologist. Your best answer comes from getting ongoing testing and follow up. Please consult her rheumatologist, who is an expert and has all the research to back up and experience to answer your question.
Are there side effects with statins?
Yes. The side effects are listed on the prescription from the pharmacist.
Does congestive heart failure cause cardiac arrest?
No, it does not cause cardiac arrest. But if your heart disease is poorly managed, as you say, it can result in severe end-stage heart disease and that may result in cardiac READ MORE
No, it does not cause cardiac arrest. But if your heart disease is poorly managed, as you say, it can result in severe end-stage heart disease and that may result in cardiac arrest. Discuss your heart management with your cardiologist.
How many chest compressions should I do in case of a heart attack?
If someone is having a heart attack, you should call 911. If you plan on saving a life, you need proper training in CPR and this best is done by taking a basic life support class. READ MORE
If someone is having a heart attack, you should call 911. If you plan on saving a life, you need proper training in CPR and this best is done by taking a basic life support class. They will also teach you about the use of AED defibrillators that may be at the scene of a person needing immediate medical help. Chest compressions may not necessarily work.
Is metformin the only form of medication for diabetes?
There are multiple medications for diabetes as well as lifestyle changes. Your prescribing doctor can evaluate your lab tests and with your input and cooperation, make decisions READ MORE
There are multiple medications for diabetes as well as lifestyle changes. Your prescribing doctor can evaluate your lab tests and with your input and cooperation, make decisions regarding your best treatment.
Do we need to visit a cardiologist for treating arrhythmia?
Yes. Please follow up for an evaluation and proper testing with a cardiologist.
Can my family doctor help me with arthritis?
Yes. Start with your family doctor who can make the necessary referrals, if needed.
Am I diabetic?
You must already have a doctor since you are taking blood pressure medications. Therefore, your doctor can do the appropriate tests to determine if you have diabetes.
Are cardiovascular diseases hereditary?
Your doctor can order tests to look at genetic factors related to heart disease. They are very specific tests. Cleveland Heart Labs is a good source, although your doctor may READ MORE
Your doctor can order tests to look at genetic factors related to heart disease. They are very specific tests. Cleveland Heart Labs is a good source, although your doctor may not be familiar with their testing and may not have an account with them. There are multiple labs and diagnostic centers for advanced cardiovascular testing of cardiovascular conditions. Please consult with your doctor.
What is the connection between gout and eating non-veg?
Gout is a disorder of purine metabolism. Purines are compounds, which are components of purine bases. Therefore....
Foods high in purine can and should be avoided. Aside from READ MORE
Gout is a disorder of purine metabolism. Purines are compounds, which are components of purine bases. Therefore....
Foods high in purine can and should be avoided. Aside from seafood, beef is also on the list of purine-rich foods. Some vegetables contain high levels of purine. Spinach, asparagus, cauliflower, and peas are vegetables to consider. Note that, although purine rich meats foods can exacerbate gout, in most individuals, vegetables do not. In some individuals, milk and cheese reduce the chances of gout. Obviously, everyone is genetically different, and what works for some, may not work for others. However, these are important things to consider, since you can use a food diary to see what may be exacerbating gout, and omit it from your diet. The following is a list of foods high in purine: Meat, poultry, fish, tofu, kidneys, brains liver, sweetbreads, offal, anchovies, sardines, seafood in general, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach, cauliflower, peas, lentils, meat extracts, gravies, and last, but not least, alcoholic beverages.
Foods high in purine can and should be avoided. Aside from seafood, beef is also on the list of purine-rich foods. Some vegetables contain high levels of purine. Spinach, asparagus, cauliflower, and peas are vegetables to consider. Note that, although purine rich meats foods can exacerbate gout, in most individuals, vegetables do not. In some individuals, milk and cheese reduce the chances of gout. Obviously, everyone is genetically different, and what works for some, may not work for others. However, these are important things to consider, since you can use a food diary to see what may be exacerbating gout, and omit it from your diet. The following is a list of foods high in purine: Meat, poultry, fish, tofu, kidneys, brains liver, sweetbreads, offal, anchovies, sardines, seafood in general, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach, cauliflower, peas, lentils, meat extracts, gravies, and last, but not least, alcoholic beverages.
Is there medication that can cure IBS?
All lab tests must be reviewed to make a decision. You would also benefit from GUT testing of the microbiome combined with DNA testing to determine the best course of action. READ MORE
All lab tests must be reviewed to make a decision. You would also benefit from GUT testing of the microbiome combined with DNA testing to determine the best course of action.
I have a small growth under my breast. Could it be a tumor?
Yes, it could. Follow up with your doctor for further testing including an ultrasound or thermogram or additional tests.
Is my fatigue due to low hemoglobin levels?
Probably and your doctor should be able to give you specific results and info.
What supplements can I take to keep my heart healthy?
Nutritional testing (along with DNA and Gut biome tests) is the best way to personalize your nutritional requirements. General supplements include B vitamins, Vitamin C, coenzyme READ MORE
Nutritional testing (along with DNA and Gut biome tests) is the best way to personalize your nutritional requirements. General supplements include B vitamins, Vitamin C, coenzyme Q 10, D-ribose, and magnesium, just for starters. Specific testing can personalize your needs.
Are sleep disturbances a problem i should be concerned about?
Get a sleep study.
Is it safe to have sex after open heart surgery?
Your cardiac rehab counselor can answer specific questions since they will have your entire medical/surgical history from the heart surgeon/specialist. You may have other health READ MORE
Your cardiac rehab counselor can answer specific questions since they will have your entire medical/surgical history from the heart surgeon/specialist. You may have other health problems that need to be addressed. Please follow up with your heart surgeon and cardiologist.
Does diabetes make one feel very sleepy?
Your diabetes is governed by underlying conditions which were not specified here. Management of diabetes with medication (non-insulin dependent and insulin dependent) is one solution. READ MORE
Your diabetes is governed by underlying conditions which were not specified here. Management of diabetes with medication (non-insulin dependent and insulin dependent) is one solution. Monitoring your labs such as your hgb A1C, fasting insulin, advanced lipid/cholesterol studies, along with other medical conditions, your weight, your diet, and nutritional status are other factors. Side effects of medication should be discussed with your prescribing physician.
My son is unable to pronounce certain words properly. How can we help him?
See an orthodontist and a speech therapist. You need both.
