Dr. Rony Shammas
Cardiology
I have hereditary hyperlipoproteinemia with 390 tot cholest-56 HDL- 283 LDL and 300 triglyc after i gave birth 4 months ago . Can i keep bf,how long?
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- Patients with hypercholesterolemia like you will be at increased risk for developing vascular and heart disease at a younger age. The risk is higher the longer the levels remain high. It is not like t... Read More
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How long can i stop taking crestor 20 while breastfeading
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- Unless you are taking Crestor for rare conditions that cause extreme elevation in LDL (type 2a hyperlipoproteinemia), you shouldn't be too concerned about interrupting therapy while breastfeeding.&nbs... Read More
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I measure my heart rate everyday (using phone) and it has an average of 52. I am athletic. Should I consult a doctor?
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- Athletes usually have a lower than average heart rate. This is due to the fact that their hearts eject more blood per beat and as such a lower heart rate is needed to maintain cardiac output.
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Level of triglecrides 6000 what is the reason and how to be treated fo a 45 yo man
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- This is a very high number and usually indicates an underlying genetic cause that affects the metabolism of triglycerides (TG) . With such high levels there is increased risk of pancreatitis and possi... Read More
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I'm pregnant in my 6th month. My dr. said that the heart valve's been affected by rheumatism for a long time. Is it dangerous to deliver?
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- More specific information is needed to answer your question. Do you have mitral stenosis? Do you have aortic regurgitation? What is the severity? In general severe mitral stenosis is NOT well tolerate... Read More
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My mother 58 y.o had a blood test :LDL-c:189; HDL-c:104 . Does she need a medical trt or just diet? Not diabetic , 1-2 cig/day,her dad died at 63 MI.
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- What is her total cholesterol? What is her blood pressure ? Is she on blood pressure medications? Current guidelines recommend high intensity statin therapy ( ie Lipitor 40-80 or Crestor 20-40) for al... Read More
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What foods should I eat and avoid in order to reduce my LDL and increase my HDL?
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- Low density lipoprotein ( LDL, bad cholesterol) carries cholesterol to the blood vessels and causes plaque buildup. HDL ( high density lipoprotein or good cholesterol) carries the cholesterol particle... Read More
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Hey. I have migraine and I take isoptin 80mg twice daily.. but the problem now is that I noticed "gingival hyperplasia" .. and gum bleeding. Is it related to the medication? What should I do ?
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- Gingival hyperplasia is a potential side effect of calcium channel blockers . However most cases are related to Nifedipine and not Verapamil ( Isoptin). You should check with the doctor who is treatin... Read More
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I was supposed to take my statin Crestor 20mg, but I took 1 pill 40mg by mistake. Is it risky if I've done this by mistake just this time
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- No. It is perfectly safe.
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How safe are the e-cigarettes
Dr. Rony Shammas,
Cardiology
- As the usage of E-cigarettes (EC) increases so does the controversy surrounding them. EC contain a nicotine-based liquid that is vaporized and inhaled. If used as a temporary measure to quit smoking... Read More
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About Dr. Rony Shammas
Graduated as an MD from American University of Beirut
Based in
Greenville, United States
