Patient's question:
Auntie felt unwell a few days ago and went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor told her she had coronary heart disease. How should Auntie treat it? Should she have surgery, or what should she do?Doctor's answer:
Coronary heart disease, also known as atherosclerotic heart disease. Due to the hardening of the coronary arteries, it leads to brain edema of the heart muscle and a series of symptoms it causes. Treatment for it, in addition to medication, can also involve the implementation of coronary stent placement. It is recommended to follow up with the cardiology department, where the doctor can determine whether stent placement treatment or medication is necessary. Rest is essential during daily life.