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Carrollton, GA

Is it that something isn't normal with my heart catheterization because at first I was told I have a leaky valve and AFib but when they did the catheter no one mentioned the leaky valve

August 18, 2018
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

why didn’t you ask? Don’t be afraid to actually voice your questions and engage in conversation about issues that bother or concern you with your doctor,

October 4, 2018
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

seems like Dr's don't tell patients everything...

September 14, 2018
MyHeartDiseaseTeam

Why would a doctor put you on Toprol-XL?

Toprol-XL (Metoprolol) is prescribed for several heart-related conditions:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Angina (chest pain)
- Heart failure

Toprol-XL is a beta blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate. It is generally taken once a day in Show Full Answer

Why would a doctor put you on Toprol-XL?

Toprol-XL (Metoprolol) is prescribed for several heart-related conditions:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Angina (chest pain)
- Heart failure

Toprol-XL is a beta blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate. It is generally taken once a day in tablet form. Common side effects include dizziness, fatigue, and low blood pressure. Rare but serious side effects include heart failure and peripheral vascular disease.

July 17, 2024
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member exactly I hate that

September 16, 2018

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