Question 1

difference between pulmonary embolism and heart attack?

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Vast: Pulmonary embolism is the blockage of the pulmonary artery branches by clot, most commonly from the legs. Causes lung dysfunction and heart failure sometimes death. Heart attack (myocardial infarction) is the result of a blockage of the coronary (heart) artery with resultant death of a portion of the heart muscle. Result is heart dysfunction/failure/arrest and even death.

Question 2

a person with high blood pressure is more likely to get: a stroke, pulmonary embolism, heart attack, uneventful fainting or something else?

Accepted Answer

Stroke, heart attack: Of the conditions listed, hypertension is a risk factor for stroke and heart attack.  High blood pressure would not be typically considered a risk factor for pulmonary embolism or fainting.
 High blood pressure is also a risk factor for kidney damage.

Question 3

does a pulmonary embolism cause a heart attack?

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Simple answer no: These entities are different, both in location and physiopathology behind them. As far as symptoms they might behave similarly and that might create confusion.

Question 4

is having a  pulmonary embolism the same thing as having a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

No: A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that travels  to the lungs and a heart attack is a ruptured plaque in the coronary artery wth a clot

Question 5

hoping you can tell me, is pulmonary embolism the same thing as a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

No: Pulmonary embolism is a clot going to the lung from the venous system of the body, usually from a vein of the leg.  A heart attack is usually blockage of one of the arteries to the heart muscle, often by a clot in a coronary.

Question 6

one in 3 people with normal range chloresterol levels will still die of a heart attack, stroke or pulmonary embolism, right?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Why do you ask?: These are the three common non-pneumonia, non-cancer killers. There are plenty of other risk factors -- hypertension, diabetes, lack of exercise, smoking, genetics, others.  Manage all your risk factors and you're likely to stay healthy longer.

Question 7

scared to be alone or drive alone because i think i will have a stroke, heart attack, pulmonary embolism etc. i have anxiety every day. help me please?

Accepted Answer

You have a focused: form of an anxiety disorder.  A mental health professional can help you manage your fears.  Claire Weekes book "Hope and Help for your Nerves" is an oldie can be helpful.  Peace be with you as you make progress.

Question 8

i had a pulmonary embolism  4 months ago , they stop the blood thinner, it this mean i can have the risk to have a heart attack???

Accepted Answer

More info needed: Stopping blood thinners 4months after pulmonary embolism ( PE)does not necessarily increase risk for heart attack. My concern would be the risk for another PE. Without knowing the details of your condition and treatment, we can not fully understand the risks in your situation. Best to talk to your doctor about the decision to discontinue blood thinners

Question 9

rndm dull pain in back below the center of shoulder blades. cld this be a sign of smting serious like a heart attack or a pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

Pain: What you describe is likely to be a musculoskeletal pain. It is considerably less likely to be related to heart attack or a pulmonary embolism.

Question 10

is it possible to increase heart muscle after a heart attack followed by triple bypass followed by pulmonary embolism?

Accepted Answer

Yes: check with your cardiologist and heart surgeon. Discuss aspirin, betablockade, clopidogrel, statin and ACE inhibitor. Perhaps other drugs. Anticoagulation is mandatory. High complexity disease needs expert docs.

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Hoping you can tell me, is pulmonary embolism the same thing as a heart attack?

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One in 3 people with normal range chloresterol levels will still die of a heart attack, stroke or pulmonary embolism, right?

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Scared to be alone or drive alone because i think i will have a stroke, heart attack, pulmonary embolism etc. i have anxiety every day. help me please?

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I had a pulmonary embolism 4 months ago , they stop the blood thinner, it this mean i can have the risk to have a heart attack???

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Rndm dull pain in back below the center of shoulder blades. cld this be a sign of smting serious like a heart attack or a pulmonary embolism?

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Is it possible to increase heart muscle after a heart attack followed by triple bypass followed by pulmonary embolism?

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