Patient's question:
My father has rheumatic heart disease. When the weather gets cold, he doesn't feel comfortable in his chest. The past two days, with the cold weather, he has already started to have a recurrence. Seeing him in pain, I'm also very worried. It's been making me very agitated lately. I want to ask you, what are the conservative treatments for rheumatic heart disease?Doctor's answer:
The manifestations of rheumatic heart disease are diverse, and different treatment plans must be formulated based on the specific condition. The majority of patients can benefit from treatments that reduce cardiac load, such as nitrate and β-blockers. It is essential to monitor the patient's heart rate and blood pressure, and the treatment plan should be adjusted promptly based on these readings. A low-sodium, low-fat diet is recommended for daily management. During acute episodes of rheumatic heart disease, antibiotics can be used.