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What are the tests which can be done for knowing the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.

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There are a plethora of reasons for cardiac arrest… investigation Depends and is targeted according to the patient and cannot be blindly and blankly advised. ... Read More

If the 2D ecg and stress test are normal still a person can get the cardiac arrest? Please suggest.

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Yes but very less chances. No test can predict with 100 certainity. ... Read More

I fear about this. I like to know what test, need to be taken to be safe from cardiac arrest. I took EKG and echo. It's normal. Do I need further tests?

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Get your stress test done ... Read More

Now a day i have seen many youngster got cardiac arrest in gym so which test should i do frequently to avoid cardiac arrest ??? Please answer .

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No need to do frequent tests. Get a Cardiac evaluation like ECG, Echo and Treadmill test annually. ... Read More

Can a person who got anaphylaxis with a previous history of drug induced anaphylaxis from nsaid like combiflam suffer from cardiac arrest ? How much time it took if reaction goes untreated

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

If a person's heart healthy still he or she can get cardiac arrest? What are the preventive tests those can be done to check if the heart is working fine?

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Yes, sometimes unpredictable. But When you have strong family history, you should do ECG, echo and other blood tests as early as possible, means starting from your 20s. ... Read More

I recently came across one article where a golfer died in an excitement of winning a match due to cardiac arrest. My question is Can shock (Happy/Sad/Fear/Panic) give you cardiac arrest? if yes will it be very sudden that no one can help you? how much time will the patient get till medical emergency arrives.

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All depends on situation and if medical emergency team is there than revive ... Read More

Nowadays, young healthy people and Athelete got cardiac arrest, why? After reading such news and story,i am scared.is This thing happen to anyone without any reasons?

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Key is healthy lifestyle, low stress, exercise ... Read More

Sir, My doubt is if sudden anxiety and high bp after hearing shocking news leads to accute cardiac arrest

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No it will lead to panic attack & trigger some arrythmias if there is previous history ... Read More

Do only stress and fear with heart palpitations cause cardiac arrest or heart attack in young age of 22

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Nope, unlikely. Dont worry. ... Read More

I want to know why people nowadays having sudden cardiac arrest deaths. I want to know why this sudden death happens

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Bad eating habits, Lack of exercise, multiple addictions, severe stress and anxiety are some of the major reasons. Also, ignoring symptoms or not getting evaluated appropriately when required and fail ... Read More

While doing any physical activity or just even walking whenever I feel any slight difference in my breathing or heartbeat I get panic and anxiety I might have a heart attack or cardiac arrest. This is my echo report I also have my TMT done yeaterday. Is there anything I should worry about?

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I don’t think anything significant . Do relaxation exercises. Any one in family with heart disease ? If yes consult ... Read More

I have had fear of having a heart attack since last 3-4 years since i witnessed a heart attack. I had done echo multiple ecg and other blood test in the last few years and everything was normal. But recently after seeing reels of people at the age of 29-35 having cardiac arrest while just sitting or doing nothing, my fear has come back. My focus st

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No, you won’t. If you’re worried, just stop, smoking, eat healthy and exercise regularly. ... Read More

Hello I was electrocuted by electric pole in my childhood and i was stuck for almost 2-3 minutes i was 13-14 years old But these days I'm having palpitations, cervical spondylitis , anxiety and fear of cardiac arrest I've done all of my heart tests year ago and all were normal but still chest pains (pin point) a lot along with left arm pain Vitami

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Previous injury won’t affect now Routine cardiac evaluation to be done ... Read More

Too much Sweating, Weakness Vomiting tendency Since 4 hours.. did emergency ECG. Please advise if this is critical.

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Ecg is showing bp related changes Do cardiac enzymes test ... Read More

According to doctors report " findings suggestive of acute hypoxic-Ichemic encephalopathy " doctor says ki 90 % brain damage ho chuka h kya recovery ki koi chance h

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Not much of treatment 😔 Only supportive care Need to know the current status of.the patient to comment on prognosis ... Read More

Nowadays young people are succumbed to cardiac arrest, youngsters in their 15, 16 years of age, does this have anything to do with post covid infection and am i at risk of cardiac arrest, all of my heart reports are normal (ecg echo tmt) with elevated ldl 135 and non hdl 155 an ex smoker (used to smoke 7-8 cigarettes a day and marijuana) I also ha

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If cardiac evaluation is normal Than nothing to worry ... Read More

Hello, I am suffering from anxiety disorder and antidepressant are prescribed to me , which does not suits me and i have tried many alternate. Ayurvedic medicines do give me some relief but not completely. Should i continue Ayurveda or Antidepressant , I am confused that If I not take antidepressant my condition will remain same and if I take, it

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Greetings As i am a psychiatrist i would tell you antidepressants wont damage the heart, kidney or brain if consumed under proper guidance of a doctor and follow their instructions. Secondly i am not ... Read More

Why people are getting sudden cardiac arrest or heart attack. Even healthy person who used to do all the physical activities are getting attack. What are the possible reason and how we can prevent us from this ?

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Maintain a healthy disciplined lifestyle and avoid addictions, undue stress, empty calories. Get adequate sleep. ... Read More

Which test should i do frequently to avoid cardiac arrest ? And How frequently should I do that tests ??

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

What precautions to take after cardiac arrest pulmonary edema after discharge from hospital. History of hypertension sugar and left side paralysis.

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Most important is to follow the medicines regularly. Along with medicines regular exercise,diet needs to be followed. ... Read More

I fill like air is trapped inside my chest and I have been vomiting and my head is straining me please what do I do?

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Needs physical assessment and further evaluation- BP, ECG etc Get consulted ... Read More

Hi experts, my 1.5 month baby had severe coarction of arota by birth and had Cardiac Arrest in Operation theatre for 20 mins. Post hospitalization all her day to day activities seem to be normal. Dr has advised for an MRI which we are yet to do. But based on your past experience, what are the chances of brain injury and is it treatable ? Please ans

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When cardiac arrest occurs, the blood to the brain stops, they would have started recussitation measures asap. Still, hypoxic injury to the brain can occur which can be seen in Mri. This is in general ... Read More

Greetings, Myself 22 years old non smoker , 6'1ft in height and weight of 69 kg pure vegetarian with a resting heart rate usually above 85bpm I have a chest pain since 6 months and have a fear of dying from heart attack now the fear is from cardiac arrest because its more dangerous, I hav done my test in june 2022 2d echo which came normal and h

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Your symptoms were suggestive of health anxiety. ... Read More

How to deal with brain damage. I have been taken medicine for more than 4 years. For 2.5 years for psychosis, sleeping pills, Parkinson's, dimentia. For 1.5 years for schizophrenia. I preparing for exams I can't remember what I have learnt.please,help

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Dear sir. We need more history to help you. Pls consult any of the psychiatrist. We will be able to help you. ... Read More

Hi, I have been taking antipsychotic drugs for more than 4 years.2.5 years for psychosis and 1.5 years for schizophrenia. Now,taking Olanzapine 2.5. I'm preparing for exams. I can't remember what I have learnt. How to deal with brain damage. I have taken sleeping pills and for Parkinson's.

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Take Healthy and balanced diet with lots of green leafy vegetables and fruits, dry fruits, daily exposure to sunlight for 30 minutes, maintain adequate hydration, exercise daily and check your Vitamin ... Read More

I, today, sneezed so hard that my head was badly shaken sideways. Do you think of it as a concussion or will this sudden forceful shake damage my brain?

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Needs to sneeze slowly. ... Read More

I have been taking antipsychotic drugs for more than 4 years. Taken medicine for dimentia for a few days. Sleeping pills and medicine for Parkinson's for several months. Medicine for psychosis for 2.5 years. Now taking for schizophrenia, Olanzapine for 1.5 years. How to deal with brain damage? Now taking Olanzapine 2.5.

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Dear sir. Don't worry. Olanzapine 2.5 mg is only a minimal dose. Pls free to consult with us with more history. We will be able to provide more details. ... Read More

She is just 5 months old..please give us a suggestion...she had her MRI brain scan yesterday..doctor said that it was a pregnancy complications..and baby didn't cry immediately after the delivery..please see the attachment...

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It will require complete history and symptoms. MRI is suggestive of hypoxic changes ... Read More

If someone presses his skull hard, is it possible that brain inside it can also be pressed or damaged?

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No ... Read More

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