Newly Asked and Answered
Physicians from The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care answer patient questions about cardiovascular health.
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At what age does cardiovascular risk increase for menopausal women?
Cardiovascular risk for women increases significantly during menopause, particularly when they lose protective estrogen around the average age of 50. This transition is crucial as it often leads to the development of various risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease.
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What is an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurys...
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I want to live FOREVER. What are the best hormonal supplements to take?
Dr. Alexander Postalian discusses the quest for immortality, exploring common questions about longevity and the role of hormonal supplements. He acknowledges the growing interest in longevity medicine but emphasizes that currently, proven methods for significantly extending lifespan remain elusiv...
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What is a vascular surgeon and how do they work with cardiologists?
Vascular surgeons specialize in treating blood vessels outside the heart. They work closely with cardiologists to provide minimally invasive treatment options.
Read more about cardiovascular surgeons here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/what-is-a-cardiova...
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My urologist tells me I need testosterone, but my cardiologist tells me no.
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I am a 42-year-old woman struggling with libido issues.
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My testosterone level was normal but on the low side.
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How do I know if I have varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency?
Read more varicose veins here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/varicose-veins/
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I am 52 years old and have already gone through menopause. I hate it.
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Qué es una aneurisma aortica y cuales son los riesgos?
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Qué es la enfermedad periferica arterial y cuales son los riesgos?
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I’m 38 and tired all the time. I can almost feel my wife’s disappointment.
Dr. Postalian states that guidelines stress the importance of using testosterone only when needed, aiming for normal levels, and conducting regular lab checks.
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What is Carotid Artery Disease?
Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines ...
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Urologist tells me I need testosterone, my heart doc tells me no. Who is right?
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What are the main cardiovascular risk factors for menopausal women?
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What is Peripherial Artery Disease
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Can hormone replacement therapy reduce cardiovascular risk in menopausal women?
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I had a pretty bad pulmonary embolism that almost killed me.
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Qué es un cirujano vascular?
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I want to try estrogen therapy. One of my docs says it’s bad.
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Qué es la enfermedad carótidia y como esta relacionada a una embolia?
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Which one do you consider the most concerning? LDL, Apo B, or Lp(a)?
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Which one do you consider the most concerning? LDL, Apo B, or Lp(a)?
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Lp(a) is mostly hereditary, how is it possible for one sibling's to be higher?
