It’s a Balancing Act
Dear Dr. Zipes: I have an implanted defibrillator for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. My blood pressure is under control. In November, 2007 I had a stroke. After... More
About: Dr. Zipes
Dr. Douglas P. Zipes, cardiology consultant and contributing editor, is an authority on pacing and electrophysiology (rhythms of the heart).
Posts by Dr. Zipes:
Exercise is the Best Rx
Dear Dr. Zipes: I have PVCs that are controlled by a beta blocker (Toprol ER). I see the electrophysiologist annually, work out to stay in... More
Heart Arrhythmias
Dear Dr. Zipes: In a prior response, you explained that caffeine, alcohol, energy drinks, and sometimes swallowing, coughing, or an upset stomach may cause irregular... More
Biological vs. Mechanical Heart Valves
To Mary in Wyoming: Porcine heart valves (made from pig hearts) have been used to replace narrowed and/or leaking human aortic and mitral valves since... More
Pacemaker Safety
To Eloise in Colorado: There is no known risk to your pacemaker or you when using a heating pad that is in good working condition... More
Best to Check
To Nancy in Michigan: Blood pressure can vary, and it would be just a guess for me to know why it went up when you... More
Peripheral Artery Disease
I am nearly recovered from a mild stroke that my medical reports say was due to peripheral artery disease (PAD). I changed my diet, had... More
Review the Options
A cardiac catheterization revealed that one artery is blocked and two others are partially closed. I was told that nothing could be done because of... More
Ablation Helps Flutter, Too
I had ablation of the atrioventricular (AV) node in 2001 that apparently took care of my atrial fibrillation but left me with heart flutter. When... More
Artificial Heart Valves
How long are porcine aortic valves expected to last? I’m going to subscribe to the magazine because of your answers. Thank you. I am glad... More
Statins and Heart Health
I’ve read people with heart problems should not use statin drugs. I’m diabetic and on my second pacemaker. Our medical insurance is suggesting that I... More
Systolic Hypertension
I’m diabetic and have systolic hypertension. My blood pressure runs 115/120 in the morning and 120/170 in the evening. I’ve included a list of the... More
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