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Suggest Remedy For Inflammation On Chest After Recovering From Cold
Question: In the last few days I have noticed that, after coming off a bout with cold and flu, I now have some kind of inflammation when I engage in my chest when I engage in cardio exercise. I am 59 and I'm in good shape, I'm a little over 6 feet and weigh 188. Typically I work out 4 days a week with an hour of cardio and some rowing, light weights and some crunches. This just started and the pain immediately stops when I stop working out.
Any clues as to what it can be? I haven't had any issues with acid reflux in the past, I do drink a lot of milk, I'm not a smoker or drinker. I do tend to have some constipation fairly regularly. Thank you.
Any clues as to what it can be? I haven't had any issues with acid reflux in the past, I do drink a lot of milk, I'm not a smoker or drinker. I do tend to have some constipation fairly regularly. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Probably Exercise induced ischemia needs to be evaluated.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of probably Exercise induced ischemia of heart.
I advise you to get an ECG,2 dimensional echocardiography, lipid profile to confirm the diagnosis.
Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.
Drugs like Anti platelets (Clopitab ,Ecosprin) ,lipid lowering drugs.
These drugs should be taken under strict medical prescription of your doctor.
Low fat high protein diet, high fiber diet is advisable. Fruits like apple, pomegranate are helpful.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
Probably Exercise induced ischemia needs to be evaluated.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of probably Exercise induced ischemia of heart.
I advise you to get an ECG,2 dimensional echocardiography, lipid profile to confirm the diagnosis.
Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.
Drugs like Anti platelets (Clopitab ,Ecosprin) ,lipid lowering drugs.
These drugs should be taken under strict medical prescription of your doctor.
Low fat high protein diet, high fiber diet is advisable. Fruits like apple, pomegranate are helpful.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
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