Question 1

which vitamin & calcium suppliments r good for thal major? & what's the best time to take any vitamin suppliments or fish oil capsules?

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No endorsement: You are asking for answers that are not possible. First we do not endorse or promote any products. And, second, there is no right or wrong time to take supplements and vitamins. One should always follow the recommended instructions on the product you choose.

Question 2

left fasicular block. patient is 82, she has a stress echo every 6 months-strong heart, symptomatic-what can be done. fish oil, exercise, low carbs, pro

Accepted Answer

Not a problem: Left anterior fasicular block is not a problem and she certainly does not need a stress echo every six months. Exercise and low carb, or more accurately, low glycemic index diet are excellent things she can do for preventing future vascular disease.

Question 3

can you take fish oil if platelet count is low?

Accepted Answer

Fsh oil: I would be a bit careful about taking fish oil if i had a low platelet count.

Question 4

fish oil sups not regulated by fda. are they still safe? ever encounter adverse affect due to mercury or an impurity causing illness in any patients?

Accepted Answer

Supplements: The fda is forbidden by the dhsea act to pass upon the quality of supplements.  This includes fish and other oils.  Look for a reliable brand but that is not a complete guarantee.  Until congress changes this law, we are stuck with unregulated products of uncertain concentration, unknown quality and no ability to detect impurities or toxins.

Question 5

how much inflammation does aspirin and fish oil really reduce in high risk patients with cad? does it reduce plaque buildup?

Accepted Answer

Take Two And Call Me: Not so easy, buddy! These substances do not prevent the build up of plaque. They inhibit the process that starts when a plaque gets a bit too large. Aspirin is by far the best because it is cheap cheap and does the best job without too many side effects in most people, especially when compared to the other medications prescribed. Fish oil is good for a lot of reasons, not just the heart.

Question 6

would taking daily for 2 months 4 grams of fish oil decrease platelet count  from 220 to 179 k/ul (normal range 150 - 400 k/ul) in 61 year old person?

Accepted Answer

No: No, it wouldn't. Plus, the platelet count remained within normal limits.

Question 7

is fish oil good for minor head trauma? which of these fish oils should a patient take after two weeks of injury, 615mg omega-3 (210mg epa, 230mg dha), 600mg omega-3 (240mg epa, 220mg dha) + 3000iu d3 + 1460iu vit-a? thank you

Accepted Answer

Yes, see below: Yes, there's good reason to believe fish oil is helpful in helping heal from head trauma. A good dose to try is 3000 mg of EPA/DHA per day so I advise at least 3 of the ones with 615 mg 2x/day with food. One of those could be the one with A &amp; D but you would not want more than one of those a day to avoid excess A &amp; D. See 
http://www.brainhealtheducation.org/resources/brain-injury-protocol/

Question 8

i want to know, the omega 3 fish oil fish tablet. is it good for open heart bypass patients? his age is 62... and he is currently taking herbesser 100mg, h.c.t. 25mg in the morning. and at night after dinner, ecosprin 150mg, and atova 40mg?

Accepted Answer

: The effectiveness of omega 3 for patients with cardiovascular disease is still controversial and the poor quality of this supplement in OTC market. Even when you eat salmon for fish oil benefit, the original source of the salmon is also important because not all salmons in the grocery markets give you the same fish oil. Omega-3 by prescription is more valuable if patient really needs it.

Question 9

can patient with mi 3 years ago on blood thinners take fish oil for high tg? if not and patient is already taking how long before problems start?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can take fish oil safely.

Question 10

fish oil helps lower cholesterol but i read that its not good for itp patients like me. what supplement can i take to lower my cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Red yeast rice contains statin similar to what you may find in many cholesterol lowering drugs but the dose is uneven. Getting to close to normal weight may help. Unfortunately aside from drugs, there is no truly highly effective supplement.

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Which vitamin & calcium suppliments r good for thal major? & what's the best time to take any vitamin suppliments or fish oil capsules?

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Left fasicular block. patient is 82, she has a stress echo every 6 months-strong heart, symptomatic-what can be done. fish oil, exercise, low carbs, pro

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Can you take fish oil if platelet count is low?

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Fish oil sups not regulated by fda. are they still safe? ever encounter adverse affect due to mercury or an impurity causing illness in any patients?

A member asked:

How much inflammation does aspirin and fish oil really reduce in high risk patients with cad? does it reduce plaque buildup?

A member asked:

Would taking daily for 2 months 4 grams of fish oil decrease platelet count from 220 to 179 k/ul (normal range 150 - 400 k/ul) in 61 year old person?

A member asked:

Is fish oil good for minor head trauma? which of these fish oils should a patient take after two weeks of injury, 615mg omega-3 (210mg epa, 230mg dha), 600mg omega-3 (240mg epa, 220mg dha) + 3000iu d3 + 1460iu vit-a? thank you

A member asked:

I want to know, the omega 3 fish oil fish tablet. is it good for open heart bypass patients? his age is 62... and he is currently taking herbesser 100mg, h.c.t. 25mg in the morning. and at night after dinner, ecosprin 150mg, and atova 40mg?

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Can patient with mi 3 years ago on blood thinners take fish oil for high tg? if not and patient is already taking how long before problems start?

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Fish oil helps lower cholesterol but i read that its not good for itp patients like me. what supplement can i take to lower my cholesterol?

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