Consuming large amounts of dried fish over an extended period can elevate blood sodium levels, leading to high blood pressure and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
I have a heart rhythm disorder; a 24-hour Holter monitor recorded my heart rate sometimes at 100 beats per minute and other times below 60 beats per minute. Can this condition be treated, and by what methods? (Man Chi, Dong Nai)
Blood pressure typically rises several hours before waking, peaks at midday, then gradually decreases in the late afternoon and is lowest at night during sleep.
Consistent daily habits, such as exercising, reducing salt intake, and staying hydrated, can significantly lower cardiovascular risk and enhance long-term heart health.
Beyond genetic abnormalities related to metabolism or hypercoagulability, unhealthy lifestyles and stress can accelerate the onset of myocardial infarction in young adults.
I have low blood pressure, averaging 85-90/60 mmHg, and often experience dizziness and lightheadedness, especially when overworked. Can this condition lead to a heart attack? (Minh Huong, Da Nang)
Ms. Kim, 50, experienced chest pain radiating from her back for a month without seeking medical care, leading to a diagnosis of severely blocked coronary arteries.
Mr. Vu, 66, experienced arm numbness for several days. Doctors diagnosed unequal blood pressure in both arms due to atherosclerosis, causing narrowing of the artery supplying blood to his left arm.
I am 45 years old and classified as grade one obese. My resting heart rate consistently ranges from 100-105 beats per minute, which is higher than normal. Do I need treatment? (Phu Nguyen, Ho Chi Minh City)
Taking blood fat medication at the same time daily, avoiding self-discontinuation, and combining it with a scientific lifestyle helps the medicine achieve maximum effectiveness.
Mr. Tuat, 50, suffered septic shock, mitral valve damage, and cerebral hemorrhage. Doctors at Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, diagnosed him with a staphylococcus infection, and he was discharged after 45 days of treatment.