Patient's question:
My relative is forty years old and has been experiencing generalized edema. They need surgery but are currently unable to undergo it due to high blood pressure. They had an episode at the age of ten, which was treated and resolved. There have been no further abnormalities since then. It has been over forty years. They are experiencing shortness of breath and generalized edema. Their blood pressure is high. The doctor has recommended surgery. Is this a symptom of heart disease?Doctor's answer:
Reappearance of generalized edema, which cannot be ruled out due to heart failure, and the recurrence of shortness of breath necessitates timely examination. In this case, is surgery required? Generally, it is necessary to investigate the cause. Diagnosis can be performed through echocardiography and cardiac MRI. Additionally, heart disease can lead to high blood pressure and edema, and it is essential to take antihypertensive and diuretic medications for treatment.