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What Causes Fatigue, Light-headed, Sporadic Pain Behind Breast When Having High BP/cholesterol?
I have been dealing with chronic fatigue and lack of energy for months now; and am also experiencing the following additional symptoms: light-headedness, flu-like (just not feeling right overall), sporatic pain behind my left breast, and shortness of breath. As of last July, I was diagnosed with hypertension and high cholesterol and am currently on appropriate medication. In addition, I was put on Estradio HRT as I was experiencing acute menopausal symptoms again, including depression ... I had colorectal cancer 18 years ago and my ovaries were destroyed by radiation. I managed to get through the first bout of menopause without much difficulty and without HRT. However this time, it is very debilitating for me to carry out day-to-day functions and work. Could any of these symptoms be related to medication side affects?
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Hi welcome to hcm
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Ongoing Myocardial ischemia.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo of your heart,lipid profile,Hs CRP,chest x ray,complete blood picture immediately.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate.Drugs like Antiplatelets,Lipid lowering drugs,anti hypertensive drugs will be helpful.Coronary angiogram will diagnose the exact size and location of block thereby treatment options.I advise you to consult cardiologist for expert management and followup.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
I understand your query and concern.
Your symptoms are suggestive of Ongoing Myocardial ischemia.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo of your heart,lipid profile,Hs CRP,chest x ray,complete blood picture immediately.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate.Drugs like Antiplatelets,Lipid lowering drugs,anti hypertensive drugs will be helpful.Coronary angiogram will diagnose the exact size and location of block thereby treatment options.I advise you to consult cardiologist for expert management and followup.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
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