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Q: Recent blood work showed I have a high range of Ferritin. Normal range is 20-400, the test result showed 656. In regard to high blood pressure, what does this indicate?
A: A high level of iron, known as ferritin, in the blood is a risk...
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Q: What causes blood clots in the lungs?
A: Blood clots in the lungs, a type of pulmonary emboli, most commonly come from blood clots in the legs. This is a condition called deep vein thrombosis or DVT. For a full discussion of causes of pulmonary...
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Q: I have high BP and am diabetic, and by means of medicines and lifestyle modifications, these are under control ie. readings are 100/60 and 4.6 respectively. But I suffer from PVD (Peripheral Vascular Disease) as well. Will PVD hinder the effects of the medicines...
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Q: Does RESPeRATE help with hypertension caused by high cholesterol?
A: High cholesterol is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease that is often found in people who have high blood pressure. It is possible to have high cholesterol levels and not have hypertension. Regular use of...
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Q: I got vertigo about 1 week ago and was told that it was caused by a virus. Is that true?
A: Yes, vertigo can be caused by a viral infection of the inner ear known as labyrinthitis or vestibulitis. This is not an uncommon diagnosis.
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Q: After 3 sinus surgeries, I continue to have an inflammation in the sinus. I have been told the ongoing inflammation contributes to hardening of the arteries. How can I eliminate the sinus inflammation and/or reverse the hardening of the arteries?
A: Chronic infection has been...
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Q: I have been diagnosed with hyperaldosteronism and so far no drug has worked. Is it that hard to treat? And what are my options?
A: You need to know if you have primary or secondary hyperaldosteronism. Treatment options vary depending upon the type. For a...
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Q: I have an implanted Pacemaker. I have to take daily pills to control my blood pressure. Can I use RESPeRATE without affecting my Pacemaker?
Posted: 11/07/2008
A: Having a Pacemaker is not a contraindication to using the RESPeRATE. The RESPeRATE does not have side effects...
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Q: I was diagnosed with vertigo and at the same time, I started having muscle fatigue in my left arm and leg. Tests were done, MRI, ultrasound of carotid, x-rays, blood work, stress test, and all came back good. Prior to all this, my blood...
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Q: I had a nuclear scan that showed I was `left ventricular hypertensive.` My Dr. explained that the walls of the left ventricle thicken to better pump blood to the body. I am taking 20 mg of benicar daily and have average readings of 124/78....
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