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Is an aortic aneurysm fixable?

Recently an abdominal aortic aneurysm was detected via abdominal ultrasound and confirmed with CT scan. I am terrified! I had no symptoms. Is this reversible?
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Gum disease and heart disease

Is there a link between gum disease and heart disease? Is dental plaque really the same thing as the plaque associated with an unhealthy heart?
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Life after a stroke?

My mom had a stroke a couple of weeks ago and was recommended to follow up frequently with a physiatrist. What can she expect? She is 68.
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Don't want to have surgery for enlarged heart--any other options?

I am only 33 (male) but I have just been diagnosed with an enlarged heart after a chest x-ray. My doctor seems to think surgery is unavoidable. What other options are out there?...
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What do high lymphocytes mean?

I just got my blood work back from my physical and had elevated lymphocytes. I am worried, what could this mean?
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What are the possible triggers of left side chest pain?

I am 45 years old with a fair level of activity in my everyday routine. I don't have any habits like smoking or even drinking. I have history of cardiac issues running in my...
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Xarelto

Is something new in the xarelto blood thinner pills? The frequency of large hematoma is really concerning both hubby and I who take the 20 mg and it seems the bruising is grossly...
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Is plavix( clopidogrel ) a blood thinner?

I had a heart attack last June. I was prescribed plavix( clopidogrel ) by my cardiologist- 75mg daily. I am scheduled to have knee replacement surgery in 3 weeks and wanted...
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Low platelet count?

Recently I got a CBC because I experience abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding and it was revealed I have a low platelet count. I want to see another doctor to talk about this....
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Caffeine and heart surgery?

My heart surgery is coming in a couple of months. As of now, I have 2 cups of coffee a day. Should I try to stop before my surgery or just leave it as is?
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Will vascular surgery affect my diabetes?

I can't imagine what kind of complications I'll have after my heart valve replacement surgery. I have diabetes. Can I expect any changes in this part of my life?
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Heart transplant question

I had a friend receive a new heart just recently. I am so happy for her. She seems to be doing really well and feeling healthy. You hear about organ rejection though. Does...
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Why does my leg swell if I have varicose veins?

I have varicose veins in my legs. They aren't bad (not all bulgy). But if I stand for any length of time my legs swell up. Is this related?
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Are there alternatives to a catheter ablation for atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia

My child, 9 years old has been diagnosed for with Atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia( AVRT) since he was a baby. Over time, things have gotten worse and his doctor is...
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Valve repair success

How successful is valve repair vs replacement? How do youu know when to do which procedure?
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Abdominal aneurysm prevention

I had a friend die of an abdominal aortic aneurysm recently. Are there waning signs that were maybe missed? What can be done to prevent one from happeninng?
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Do varicose veins come back after treatment?

I am scheduled to have laser treatment of my varicose vein. It is the superficial vein that runs the full length of my right leg. Will the problem be gone permanently after the...
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What is a vascular surgeon?

What exactly does a vascular surgeon do? How is your practice different from a cardiologist?
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Compression knee highs

Do compression knee high socks really help with varicose veins or do I have to wear the tights? They are so hard to get on.
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Increasing resting heart rate, what is it?

My resting heart rate seems to be faster and more pronounced. Even when I'm laying in bed. I do not have any known heart conditions. What could this be?
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