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Dr. Masoud A. AlZeerah
- Amarillo, TX
- MD at the University of Tehran
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Would LAD lesion cause tachycardia?
LAD lesion by itself can not cause tachycardia. There must be other reasons for that. Please consult your cardiologist.
Can anxiety cause arrhythmias?
Yes, several factors including anxiety, coffee consumption, stress, pain, and certain medications can cause arrhythmias.
How can I tell if it's a heart attack or just a chest pain?
Chest pain can be caused by several factors including cardiac, indigestion , reflux, esophageal spasm or simply muscle pain (chest wall pain). If you continue to have chest pain READ MORE
Chest pain can be caused by several factors including cardiac, indigestion , reflux, esophageal spasm or simply muscle pain (chest wall pain). If you continue to have chest pain with activity, you should consult your physician for further work up.
What does an angioplasty procedure involve?
Angioplasty is simply stretching and dilatation of the heart arteries that have blockages. Most of the time a stent is placed in the blocked artery to improve the results.It is READ MORE
Angioplasty is simply stretching and dilatation of the heart arteries that have blockages. Most of the time a stent is placed in the blocked artery to improve the results.It is an outpatient procedure and you can be discharged the same day. Angioplasty has a high success rate.
Can you have a heart attack without knowing it?
Yes you can have a heart attack without symptoms especially if you are a diabetic since the nerve endings are not working properly. If you feel weak, short winded or dizzy you READ MORE
Yes you can have a heart attack without symptoms especially if you are a diabetic since the nerve endings are not working properly. If you feel weak, short winded or dizzy you should consult your physician immediately.
What does pain in the left arm feel like during a heart attack?
The pain in the left arm from heart attack varies between a heavy sensation to sharp pain that could radiate from the jaws. Heart attack is usually associated with other symptoms READ MORE
The pain in the left arm from heart attack varies between a heavy sensation to sharp pain that could radiate from the jaws. Heart attack is usually associated with other symptoms such as chest tightness, sweating and shortness of breath.
Can you have heart attacks after stents?
Yes if you don’t take the medications that are prescribed, the stent can clot off and cause a heart attack. Regular follow up with your cardiologist after stent placement is very READ MORE
Yes if you don’t take the medications that are prescribed, the stent can clot off and cause a heart attack. Regular follow up with your cardiologist after stent placement is very important.
What is the main cause of heart failure?
There are many reasons for heart failure including blockage of heart arteries causing heart attack and weakening of the heart muscle to disease of the heart valves that weakens READ MORE
There are many reasons for heart failure including blockage of heart arteries causing heart attack and weakening of the heart muscle to disease of the heart valves that weakens the heart muscle in addition to various medications and alcohol.
What causes bradycardia?
Bradycardia is slowing of the heart rate below 40. They can be caused by various medications that affect the conduction system ( electrical system) in addition to damage to the READ MORE
Bradycardia is slowing of the heart rate below 40. They can be caused by various medications that affect the conduction system ( electrical system) in addition to damage to the heart muscle that affects the electrical system of the heart. If you have symptoms of lightheadedness, or passing out you will need a pace maker.
Can you live a long life with coronary artery disease?
You can live a long life with coronary artery disease provided that you take care of yourself by controlling the blood pressure, lowering your cholesterol and blood sugar if you READ MORE
You can live a long life with coronary artery disease provided that you take care of yourself by controlling the blood pressure, lowering your cholesterol and blood sugar if you are a diabetic and most importantly quitting smoking if you are a smoker. Weight control is also very important.
When should I be worried about palpitations?
If your palpitations are causing symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness or passing out you should consult your cardiologist immediately.
Should I exercise with heart palpitations?
You should consult your cardiologist before exercising as these physical activities could lead to more palpitations. If your palpitations are well controlled by medications light READ MORE
You should consult your cardiologist before exercising as these physical activities could lead to more palpitations. If your palpitations are well controlled by medications light exercises should be ok.
Do I see a cardiothoracic surgeon for congestive heart failure?
If you are diagnosed with congestive heart failure, you should see a cardiologist not a cardio thoracic surgeon. The treatment of heart failure is mostly medical and the cardiologists READ MORE
If you are diagnosed with congestive heart failure, you should see a cardiologist not a cardio thoracic surgeon. The treatment of heart failure is mostly medical and the cardiologists are expert in that field.
Please help me understand my heart attack report?
This report essentially shows evidence of some blockages of your heart arteries and under these circumstances the option of placing stents in your heart arteries should be considered READ MORE
This report essentially shows evidence of some blockages of your heart arteries and under these circumstances the option of placing stents in your heart arteries should be considered .
What is the anesthetic of choice for a cardiac patient?
Anesthesia for open heart surgery is very safe with good results. The combination of inhalation agents and intravenous medications are the standard of care. Most patients wake READ MORE
Anesthesia for open heart surgery is very safe with good results. The combination of inhalation agents and intravenous medications are the standard of care. Most patients wake up a few hours after surgery and breathing machine can be discontinued shortly after.
Is a weak heart the same as heart failure?
Heart failure is very common in this country and usually is caused by weakening of the heart muscle from different causes including heart attack, faulty heart valves and other READ MORE
Heart failure is very common in this country and usually is caused by weakening of the heart muscle from different causes including heart attack, faulty heart valves and other diseases.
What causes breathing problems after open heart surgery?
There are many reasons for having breathing problems after heart surgery including build up of fluids around the heart or in the chest cavity or presence of too much fluid in the READ MORE
There are many reasons for having breathing problems after heart surgery including build up of fluids around the heart or in the chest cavity or presence of too much fluid in the body which can be managed by draining the fluid off in addition of prescribing water pills.
When should you go to the ER for tachycardia?
You should go to the ER with tachycardia if you are feeling dizzy or lightheaded or if you are passing out.
Is heart valve replacement surgery safe?
Heart valve surgery is very safe nowadays with excellent results.
Why did my father's angioplasty fail?
If the blockages are at too many locations or are very long and tight , stents are not effective and bypass surgery is the best option.
