Question 1

is 6.5 a high risk for cholesterol?

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Likely: You are probably referring to ratio of total cholesterol to HDL and it should be below 5. For more information in this topic please check out this site.
http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/finding-the-ideal-cholesterol-ratio.

Question 2

i am high risk for covid and need a test?

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ZA or USA?: I can’t tell where you are from. If from South Africa, contact PCM who will assess &amp; make determination about COVID 19 testing. USA – policies vary by state. State &amp; local health departments/ providers make actual testing decisions. Some states require a dr.'s referral &amp; others don't. People can call their PCM if they believe they should be tested.

Question 3

what are the high-risk groups for strokes?

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Stroke risk groups: Smokers, people with high blood pressure, and diabetes mellitus.  These are the most common risk factors.  Atrial fibrillation is also an important risk factor.

There is a rare condition called Berger's disease that has a very high risk of stroke, in particular in Berger patients who smoke.

Question 4

what should you do if at high risk for glaucoma?

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Regular check up: I am guessing that you have glaucoma in your family, or your ophthalmologist has found some features of yours eyes that he thinks may lead to trouble down the road.  Glaucoma treatment is highly successful so you only need to have regular check ups particularly the eye pressure, and evaluation of the back of the eyes.  A regular visit to the ophthalmologist will be mandatory.

Question 5

hi i have been assessed as high risk for covid 19?

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Avoid COVID contact: Wash hands (or use sanitizer) often for at least 20 seconds.  Wash hands before touching eyes, nose or mouth.  Use a cloth cover over mouth &amp; nose when around others. Stay home as much as possible.  Avoid sick people. Distance at least 6 feet from others. Clean/ disinfect frequently used surfaces.

Question 6

can you let me know how many surgeries have a high risk of death?

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Not too many: Surgeons are reluctant to operate when the risk of death is very high.  They see their role to be that of prolonging life.  Nonetheless, many things can happen in surgery and death is a possible outcome.  The more complex and lengthy the surgery, the greater the risk.  Operating on deeper and vital structures increases risk. And the underlying disease may be critical and deadly.

Question 7

what to do if i feel trapped by birth plans for high risk delivery?

Accepted Answer

Second opinion: You can ask for a second opinion. Maternal-fetal Medicine doctors manage high risk OB patients. You are entitled to a second opinion. I would ask for one.

Question 8

where can i get meds if i am a high risk diabetic with a lot of complications?

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See your doctor: This is a problem that requires a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  In that meeting, your doctor will listen to you, perform a throrough examination and possibly order labs or other tests. Based on this information, he/she will be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 9

i am diabetic, but keep it under control.  am i considered high risk?

corona/diabetic

Accepted Answer

COVID high risk: People with "serious underlying conditions" especially if poorly controlled are at higher risk for severe disease if they are exposed.  Best bet is to minimize your risk of exposure.

CDC:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-at-higher-risk.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fspecific-groups%2Fhigh-risk-complications.html

Question 10

on high risk pregency, how long before i can return to work? was told to do nothing, and take it very easy.

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor!: The only person who can answer that question is the physician caring for you, who knows you and the status of your pregnancy better than anyone else. You should avoid returning to work until your doctor says it's ok!

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