Question 1

would the heart rhythm different during a heart attack?  can it be detected with a stereoscope?

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No: You need a ekg tracing to detect an abnormal rhythm - if you are having symptoms , please go see a physician immidiately.

Question 2

could propranolol help during a heart attack?

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Yes: beta blocker therapy(Propranolol) is commonly used AS ADJUNCTIVE TREATMENT IN HEART ATTACK TO USUASALLY SLOW THE HEART RATE DOWN

Question 3

which levels of troponin during a heart attack are worrisome?

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Varies: This can vary depending on the particular assay... There is a troponin t and troponin i ... Also this could vary and is calibrated for lab to lab.

Question 4

is there anything that clogs up heart arteries during a heart attack?

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Heart attack: Usually this is clot blocking the artery.

Question 5

how does aspirin help you during a heart attack?

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Aspirin: Aspirin blocks platelet clumping that contributes to the blockage of the coronary artery that is the cause of a heart attack.

Question 6

what does jaw pain feel like during a heart attack?

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Deep throbbing: Most commonly reported is a deep, throbbing pain which seems to be coming from a lower molar and radiating to ear or down the arm.  Mimics a tooth that is abscessed and needs a root canal.

Question 7

what does nitroglycerin do during a heart attack?

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Reduce pain: There is actually some debate about the use of nitroglycerine in the setting of all heart attacks.  It is known that nitroglycerine dilates the veins and to a lesser extent the arteries and sort of "unloads" the heart.  As such it will make it easier for the heart to pump under the stressful circumstances of a heart attack.  However, when the blood pressure is low, it is not a good idea.

Question 8

heart attacks: can coughing save life during a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

No.: Coughing would decrease the risk of having a heart attack or lessening the consequences of a heart attack. Please don't count it as a remedy!

Question 9

how does one stop chest pain during a heart attack?

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CP: CP at random times- does not sound too ominous. It has to be evaluated keeping in view of cardiac risk factors. Get checked atleast once.

Question 10

could you have a normal pulse rate during a heart attack?

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Absolutely: Some types of heart attacks can actually cause a low pulse rate. It depends on which part of the heart is damaged during the heart attack.

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