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Dr. Masoud A. AlZeerah
- Amarillo, TX
- MD at the University of Tehran
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I have symptomatic PVCs. When do they become dangerous?
The treatment options for symptomatic PVCs are ablation and medical treatment. They can be dangerous if become frequent with symptoms of lightheadedness, dizziness or passing out. READ MORE
The treatment options for symptomatic PVCs are ablation and medical treatment. They can be dangerous if become frequent with symptoms of lightheadedness, dizziness or passing out. Please consult an electrophysiologist ( expert in heart rhythm disease).
What happens in a person to trigger a myocardial infarction?
Myocardial infarction is caused by blockage of the heart arteries. Usually the plaque in the heart artery ruptures which causes blood clot formation and blockage of the artery. READ MORE
Myocardial infarction is caused by blockage of the heart arteries. Usually the plaque in the heart artery ruptures which causes blood clot formation and blockage of the artery. Many factors contribute to that including physical or emotional stress specially if you have the risk factors for heart disease including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Diabetes and smoking.
Can COVID cause sinus tachycardia?
Yes Covid can cause sinus tachycardia. If you are experiencing unusual fatigue, dizziness, chest pain or shortness of breath please see your physician.
How long after a heart attack and stent can you fly?
After heart stent procedure you can generally resume your activity including flying in a couple of weeks.
When do you know you need a new heart?
There are many types of heart rhythm problems. If your heart muscle is very weak that causing significant rhythm changes despite optimal treatment and you are unable to carry out READ MORE
There are many types of heart rhythm problems. If your heart muscle is very weak that causing significant rhythm changes despite optimal treatment and you are unable to carry out your daily activities without running out of breath then a heart transplant or artificial heart is indicated.
How do you prepare yourself for a heart transplant?
Heart transplant is a life saving procedure with very good results. It is a big operation but once you recover you can resume your normal activities. There are no special preparations READ MORE
Heart transplant is a life saving procedure with very good results. It is a big operation but once you recover you can resume your normal activities. There are no special preparations except for educational materials that your doctor should provide you. If you are a smoker it’s vital for you to quit smoking.
How can I prepare my body better for an open heart surgery?
Open heart surgery is major life-saving surgery with excellent results. If you are a smoker you need to quit smoking, your blood pressure needs to be controlled. If you have high READ MORE
Open heart surgery is major life-saving surgery with excellent results. If you are a smoker you need to quit smoking, your blood pressure needs to be controlled. If you have high cholesterol or if you are a diabetic these need to be controlled before surgery. If you are overweight losing weight can be helpful.
Heart stops on ventilator?
Every time the heart stops it damaged the heart muscle further and after a few times it can not be saved because it gets extremely weak.
Heart attack care?
It is very important to see your cardiologist on a regular basis and take the prescribed medications. Risk factor modifications including quitting smoking, control of high blood READ MORE
It is very important to see your cardiologist on a regular basis and take the prescribed medications. Risk factor modifications including quitting smoking, control of high blood pressure and cholesterol are very important as well.
Can you live a normal life with a stent in your heart?
Yes, you can have a normal life with a heart stent but you need to take your medications and see your physician on a regular basis.
Don't want to have surgery for enlarged heart--any other options?
There are many reasons for enlarged heart and there are many ways to treat that including medications and some devices like the defibrillator. Surgery is the last option.
What could be the reason for low hemoglobin after a bypass surgery?
Anemia after heart surgery is very common and there is nothing to worry about. However, if she is still anemic 2 years after surgery it is not related to surgery. She is losing READ MORE
Anemia after heart surgery is very common and there is nothing to worry about. However, if she is still anemic 2 years after surgery it is not related to surgery. She is losing blood from somewhere and needs to see a specialist for that reason.
How long does it take for someone to recover from a cardiac surgery?
Normally it takes 4-6 weeks to recover from heart surgery, however if complications happen recovery would be slower.
Fluctuating blood pressure?
Blood pressure fluctuations are normal and several factors including stress can affect it. It’s best to take your blood pressure twice a day at the same time (morning and night) READ MORE
Blood pressure fluctuations are normal and several factors including stress can affect it. It’s best to take your blood pressure twice a day at the same time (morning and night) for more accuracy and keep a log of it so you can show it to your physician.
Pounding heart?
You should definitely take your propranolol. If it’s causing side effects please consult your physician to switch you to other medications that have the same benefit of slowing READ MORE
You should definitely take your propranolol. If it’s causing side effects please consult your physician to switch you to other medications that have the same benefit of slowing down your heart rate.
How should I prepare for my bypass consultation?
Heart bypass surgery is a very common and low-risk surgery. In order to be prepared for surgery, the most important factor is quitting smoking. In addition, better control of high READ MORE
Heart bypass surgery is a very common and low-risk surgery. In order to be prepared for surgery, the most important factor is quitting smoking. In addition, better control of high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol will also aid in faster recovery.
Can you reverse plaque buildup in your arteries?
Once plaques are formed in the arteries, they will stay there and this process cannot be reversed. However, by controlling the risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, READ MORE
Once plaques are formed in the arteries, they will stay there and this process cannot be reversed. However, by controlling the risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and, most importantly, quitting smoking will certainly slow down the plaque buildup process.
Does heart arrhythmia go away on its own?
There are many types of arrhythmias, some are more serious than others. You need to be evaluated by an Electrophysiologist (specialist in heart rhythm) for better management and READ MORE
There are many types of arrhythmias, some are more serious than others. You need to be evaluated by an Electrophysiologist (specialist in heart rhythm) for better management and treatment plan.
How long does heart bypass surgery take?
Heart bypass surgery is a very common surgery with low risks associated with it. It typically takes between 3-6 hours depending on the number of bypasses.
Will it take my dad to recover a long time from a sleeve resection?
The recovery time from any lung surgery is typically between 4-6 weeks.
