Q: All the results of my husband’s many heart tests are normal. Why does he have high blood pressure? A: Your husband isn’t alone—most people with high blood pressure have “essential” hypertension, which means that... More
My blood pressure is high in the morning. What causes this? When you are at rest in a warm bed, arteries dilate and blood pressure... More
I have a leaky mitral valve and calcium deposits in my heart. One surgeon said: “We leave calcium deposits alone.” Another one said: “We always... More
Q: I have shortness of breath and chest pain when walking up stairs or on streets with an incline. A cardiologist in the emergency room... More
Q: I used to have terrific burning pain in my arms when walking. Since having stents and open-heart surgery, the arm pain continues, but is... More
Q: After having atrial fibrillation (AF) for nine years, I woke up one morning and my heartbeat was normal. An EKG showed no problem, not... More
Q: I look forward to reading your articles. Recently, I read that it is better for the heart and other organs to have an alkaline,... More
Q: My pacemaker stands out more than other ladies’ pacemakers and causes me pain. Guess I just have to be happy I’m not passing out... More
Q: I have been told that I have sinus bradycardia (heart rate of 40 to 50 beats per minute resting, sometimes below 40 ... More
Q: What are some possible causes of atrial fibrillation, and how can I get rid of it? My doctor said I have it, but I... More
Q: Will you please explain a left branch block and what it implies? Other than occasional fatigue, I feel no ill effects. ... More
Q: I have been told that I have sinus bradycardia (heart rate of 40 to 50 beats per minute resting, sometimes below 40 ... More
Q: I take warfarin and atenolol for atrial fibrillation and simvastatin for high cholesterol. I also take potassium and calcium supplements. Might one work against... More
Dear Dr. Zipes: I have calcium deposits on the aortic valve that keep it from opening and closing all the way. If my family doctor... More
Dear Dr. Zipes: Do you know of any remedy for severe calf muscle soreness related to taking statins? ... More
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
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
