Question 1

can my son take vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) for add, even though he was just diagnosed with rt bundle branch block? if not, can you recommend any natural supplements?

Accepted Answer

Cardiologist: prior to starting any new medication, whether prescribed by your pediatrician, psychiatrist, or if you buy it over-the-counter, you should discuss it with your child's cardiologist. Just because something is labeled as "natural" and sold in a "health-food type store" does not mean it is safe. Coordinate all meds and supplements with pediatrician and cardiologist.

Question 2

if you are diagnosed with right bundle branch block, is it recommended to avoid taking the covid-19 vaccine?

Accepted Answer

: There are NO recommendations to avoid the vaccine in presence of cardiac conduction abnormalities.  Suggest you discuss with your regular doctor, but would strongly urge you obtain the JAB.

Question 3

i have atrial flutter w/ variable a-v block; r bundle branch block. holter showed paroxysmal atrial flutter w/ predominately rapid ventricular response (24% of total beats); occasional supraventricular/ventricular ectopy. what is recommended?

Accepted Answer

: Complex issue.  Discuss with Drs.  Ask about Conn’s, low K, other meds, other diseases, need anti coagulation, DASH DIET.

Question 4

what is a bundle branch block?

Accepted Answer

Wiring: The heart is a muscle but how fast it beats is controlled by special cells, sort of like electric wiring. The main wire divides into two, one to the right and one to the left. If part of that wiring becomes abnormal you get a right or left bundle branch block. It results in a typical pattern on the ekg.

Question 5

what is the medical prognosis for a bundle branch block?

Accepted Answer

Right or left: If it is right bundle branch block then 98% is benign.  If it is left bundle branch block 95% are abnormal leading to further work up to rule out cardiomyopathy, conduction problems or coronary artery disease.

Question 6

is repetitive drug use the cause of a bundle branch block?

Accepted Answer

Depends, of course: Most cases of bundle branch block are due to a focal injury to a key part of the heart's electrical conduction system.  Coronary disease, scarring from trauma, infection, or natural processes can cause it.  Some illicit drugs, especially those creating coronary spasm (e.g., cocaine, amphetamines) may create those conditions, and frequent exposure (repetitive) only exacerbates the risk.

Question 7

ar there medications to avoid when pt has a bundle branch block?

Accepted Answer

Avoid vs minimize: There are several GROUPS of drugs we would not use or use at very low doses with extreme caution, including but not limited to beta blockers, some calcium channel blockers, some anti arrhythmia drugs(actually most of them), among others

Question 8

does repetitive drug use take a toll on a persons heart sothey develop a bundle branch block?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It is possible depending on the type of drug used - a bundle branch block shows a decreased conduction of electrical impulses through the wiring of your heart.

Question 9

how will a bundle branch block show up on an ekg?

Accepted Answer

Wide QRS in V1: The qrs complex (the wave from contraction of the ventricles) will be widened, usually positive in v1/v2, possibly notched.

Question 10

please can you explain what atrial flutter with variable av block
compatible with a bundle branch block. possible inferior infarction, probably old is?

Accepted Answer

Very omplex: Atrial flutter, abnormal rhythm of the heart beat.   Electrical impulses from the atria go thru the av node to ventricles. When there is blockage of those transmissions it can vary in degree and regularity.   It can be difficult to differentiate from a bundle branch block.  An inferior infarction is damage to the bottom of the heart by blockage of flow thru a coronary artery and occurred long ago.

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I have atrial flutter w/ variable a-v block; r bundle branch block. holter showed paroxysmal atrial flutter w/ predominately rapid ventricular response (24% of total beats); occasional supraventricular/ventricular ectopy. what is recommended?

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What is a bundle branch block?

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What is the medical prognosis for a bundle branch block?

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Is repetitive drug use the cause of a bundle branch block?

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Ar there medications to avoid when pt has a bundle branch block?

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Does repetitive drug use take a toll on a persons heart sothey develop a bundle branch block?

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How will a bundle branch block show up on an ekg?

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Please can you explain what atrial flutter with variable av block compatible with a bundle branch block. possible inferior infarction, probably old is?

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