Asked & Answered Podcast

Asked & Answered Podcast

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Asked & Answered Podcast episodes

  • How do I know if I have varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency?

    Symptoms of varicose veins often worsen by day's end, leading to pain, cramping, leg swelling, and visible veins.

    Read more varicose veins here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/varicose-veins/

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    2 min
  • What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm and what are the risks?

    Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurysm replacement. 

    Read more about our aneurysms: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/aneurysm/ 

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    2 min
  • What is carotid artery disease and how is it related to stroke?

    Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines both methods.

    Read more about carotid artery disease: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/carotid-artery-disease/

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    2 min
  • What is Peripheral Artery Disease and what are the risks?

    Peripheral arterial disease causes blockages in leg blood vessels, resulting in pain and non-healing wounds. 

    Read more about peripheral artery disease here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/peripheral-vascular-disease/

    Read more about our specialties: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/ 

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    3 min
  • What is a vascular surgeon and how do cardiologists and vascular surgeons work as a team?

    Vascular surgeons specialize in treating blood vessels outside the heart. They work closely with cardiologists to provide minimally invasive treatment options.

    Read more about cardiovascular surgery here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/what-is-a-cardiovascular-surgeon/ 

    Read more about our specialties: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/

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    2 min
  • How long does it take to become a cardiologist?

    "4 years of college, 4 years of med school, 3 years of internal medicine, 3 years of cardiology, 1-2 years of subspecialty training. Yes, you can do it."

    - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

    Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/education-professionals/

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    2 min
  • What is white coat hypertension and when should I worry?

    "What matters most is your average blood pressure, not occasional (small peaks). However, sometimes medication is needed if you are deemed to be at high risk of intermittent elevation."
    - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

    Read More: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/management-of-high-blood-pressure/

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    2 min
  • I pass out many times a year, usually when it is hot outside or if I must stand for a long time. What’s wrong with me?

    "The most likely cause is a degree of “dysautonomia” – most of the time this is benign. Sometimes, we can use medications to help out during flare-up periods."

    - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

    Read more about our specialties: hhttps://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/

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    3 min
  • Do I need open heart surgery after a heart catheterization?

    "Some patients only need stents, some absolutely can only get bypass surgery, and there is a large gray area – talk to your doctor (or multiple doctors if needed)."
    - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

    Read More: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/cardiac-catheterization/

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    2 min
  • I was told I have mitral valve prolapse, but a recent echocardiogram showed nothing – who’s messing up here?

    "Mitral valve prolapse has varying severity, and different thresholds to call it such depending on the reader. The likelihood is that your valve is (mostly) normal."
    - Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

    Read More: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/heart-valve-disease/

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    2 min

About Asked & Answered Podcast

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The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care's general and interventional cardiologist, Dr. Alexander Postalian, answers patients' questions about cardiovascular…