When the electrical system of the heart is affected, making the heart beat irregularly or slowly than before, it is called heart block. The symptoms of heart block are palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, chest pain, etc. There are three types of heart block, first-degree, second-degree, and complete heart block.
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I have blocked heart arteries. Can Ayurveda treatment help?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a heart attack before 50 days. I consulted a doctor, and he said that I have 90 % and 75 % block in arteries. He suggested getting a stent. Please help me if there is an option and treatment to remove the artery blockage. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In such case of 90 % and 75 % blockage, the blood supply to heart will not be proper. It may lead to multiple problems, which also includes heart attack. As your doctor advised you, please go for stenting and if you already did that then fine. But if not, then I advi... Read Full »
My 61-year-old father has seven heart blocks. Can ayurvedic medicines help?
Query: Hello doctor, My 61-year-old father had a slight variation of five percent in TMT during his routine master health check-up. But his blood test and echo are normal. The angiogram shows that he has seven blocks above 80 percent. The doctors have advised him to undergo bypass surgery. My father is ver... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. The deposition of cholesterol or other fatty acids causes coronary arteries blockage. This condition is called atherosclerosis. Further inflammation in the area can cause clot formation and hinders blood flow to t... Read Full »
Can Ayurvedic medicines help treat my heart block?
Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from a heart problem for the last five months, there is some blockage in my left artery. Is there any Ayurvedic medicine that can remove my heart block? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. If the blockage is more and hindering your daily activities then it is better to consult a nearby cardiologist. He will prescribe you all the necessary tests. If you require further treatment like placing a stent then you can take it accordingl... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, My mother is 78 years old and I am very confused about taking a decision about whether should for her to go for a pacemaker or not. The doctor is saying a pacemaker is a must immediately as she has a heart block. Kindly suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and went through all your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Your mother has a problem associated with her heart, her ECG (electrocardiogram) shows bradycardia (low heart rate) and arrhythmia. A pacemaker is a small... Read Full »
Is there any ayurvedic treatment for minor attack and heart blockage?
Query: Hi doctor, Please let me know if there is any Ayurvedic treatment for minor attacks and heart blockages. If so, what would be the treatment like? As my dad is suffering from a heart blockage and also had a minor attack recently. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your complaints carefully and understand your concern. There are several causes for coronary artery blockage. But stress, anxiety, and depression are the major causes for this. They are further responsible for abnormal lipid profile and other values. There i... Read Full »
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