
Is Syncope A Common Findings In Patients With IHD, Diabetes And Orthostatic Hypotension?

Question: I have heart problems 4 heart attacks 7 stents 1 artery closed also I have diabetes orthostatic hypotension I have passed out twice 1 time I broke my left leg in 2 places my doctor's don't know what to do at this time. I need help?
Brief Answer:
Following answer to your query.
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
You have experienced two syncope episodes (passing out, which is a common findings in patients with ischemic heart disease, diabetes and orthostatic hypotension.
If you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations for a better evaluation of your health status:
- Blood work
- Ecg
- Cardiac echo
- Holter monitoring
- BP monitoring
- Stress test
- Tilt testing
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
p.s: If you have more questions, please don't hesitate to ask me again.
Following answer to your query.
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
You have experienced two syncope episodes (passing out, which is a common findings in patients with ischemic heart disease, diabetes and orthostatic hypotension.
If you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations for a better evaluation of your health status:
- Blood work
- Ecg
- Cardiac echo
- Holter monitoring
- BP monitoring
- Stress test
- Tilt testing
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
p.s: If you have more questions, please don't hesitate to ask me again.
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