Question 1

has it really been shown that eye drops can cause a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Heart attack: Eye drops of the right kind can cause a slow heart rate and symptoms. Heart attack is a different physiology.

Question 2

my left eye has been hurting and red for about 3 days now and i have put reg eye drops but not helping iam on medication for my heart does this means i could be have another heart attack or stroke

Accepted Answer

Hello, : Hello, there are a number of possible reasons that you left eye could be red & painful. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface of the eyeball and is commonly known as "pink eye." it might just be from irritation to the eye or allergies.  If it is caused by a virus or bacteria, it could be quite contagious. Your eyes could be bloodshot because they are irritated by a variety  of things like wind, dry air, cold exposure, dust, etc.  The fact that your eye is red and painful by itself, does not mean that you are having a stroke or a heart attack.  What would be of particular concern would be eye pain with a change to your vision. If that occurs i would recommend being seen right away. Because you have a complicated medical history, if this does not resolve fairly quickly i would notify your doctor.

Question 3

i have dis pain upper part of neck or lower part head at the back.parallel to my ear middle.cause?is it heart attack or stroke or anything fatal?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: An early thirties female with post-auricular pain likely has occipital neuritis or tendinitis of superior trapezius at occiput, especially with pain to palpation or with range of motion of neck. If there are not these findings and if pain is constant then see a doctor.  Concerns increase if there is dizziness or use of cigarettes and taking of birth control pills, a bad combination.  See a doctor.

Question 4

pain in right shoulder blade. circular motion with head cause pain in neck when i go to the right. heart attack, lung cancer or just muscle sore?

Accepted Answer

Or pinched nerve : Sholde pain with neck motion  can be a pinched c5nerve root pain shoulder pain with neck extension is called spurlings maneuver usually a bone spur or disc herniation at c45 something to consider see a doctor physical exam very well could be a sore muscle esp if tender to palpation

Question 5

aneurysm or high risk of heart attack or stroke cause taste of blood in throat?myocardial infraction, inflamed plaque,head pain,chest pain-symptoms!?

Accepted Answer

Not signs: This would not be a sign of those conditions. You may be having some postnasal drop or sinus type problem. See your Physician if symptoms persist or worsen.

Question 6

what do people's eyes tend to get wide open after a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Not sure "wide open": Some of the drugs used to treat heart attacks (myocardial infarction) can cause the pupils to dilate.

Question 7

since my hubby had heart attack amd stenting, his nose won't stop running and eyes water all time. what should be done?

Accepted Answer

Side effect?: You may want to go over his new medications. Some medications can cause runny noses. Some new class blood pressure medications like arb's can cause a runny nose. Check with your doctor about the sude effects of your new medicines.

Question 8

had heart attack symptoms sat pm. er doc said get stress test.really puffy eyes this am.cardio said he wants to do workup before the costly test. why?

Accepted Answer

Heart Attack: If you heart attack symptoms and were seen by a cardiologist, the next step is most likely a stress test and a 2D Echo. I am not sure what other workup was mentioned to you. Please consult your cardiologist.

Question 9

are dark circles under eyes after heart attack common? maybe the medications?

Accepted Answer

Dark Circles: Here are some of the most common causes of true under-eye circles.

Allergies, 
atopic dermatitis (eczema), 
heredity — dark under-eye circles can run in families, 
lifestyle factors, such as physical or emotional stress, smoking, or chronic alcohol use can take a toll on your appearance, 
nasal congestion (which can dilate and darken the veins that drain from your eyes to your nose), 
pigment issues.

Question 10

im young and just had an ekg. it shows consistent with anterolateral infarct and consistent with inferior infarct. probably old. does this mean ive had a heart attack? im so scared and crying my eyes out. i only went in for mild chest pain?

Accepted Answer

: Your EKG detected nonspecific ST elevation and T wave changes, which are often misinterpreted as "infarct" by the machine.  This EKG strip has to be read by cardiologist in the context of clinical scenario.

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Has it really been shown that eye drops can cause a heart attack?

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My left eye has been hurting and red for about 3 days now and i have put reg eye drops but not helping iam on medication for my heart does this means i could be have another heart attack or stroke

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I have dis pain upper part of neck or lower part head at the back.parallel to my ear middle.cause?is it heart attack or stroke or anything fatal?

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Pain in right shoulder blade. circular motion with head cause pain in neck when i go to the right. heart attack, lung cancer or just muscle sore?

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Aneurysm or high risk of heart attack or stroke cause taste of blood in throat?myocardial infraction, inflamed plaque,head pain,chest pain-symptoms!?

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What do people's eyes tend to get wide open after a heart attack?

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Since my hubby had heart attack amd stenting, his nose won't stop running and eyes water all time. what should be done?

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Had heart attack symptoms sat pm. er doc said get stress test.really puffy eyes this am.cardio said he wants to do workup before the costly test. why?

A member asked:

Are dark circles under eyes after heart attack common? maybe the medications?

A member asked:

Im young and just had an ekg. it shows consistent with anterolateral infarct and consistent with inferior infarct. probably old. does this mean ive had a heart attack? im so scared and crying my eyes out. i only went in for mild chest pain?

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