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Premala Raja
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
Dr. Premala Raja is a top Cardiologist in Englewood, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Premala Raja is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Premala Raja is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Premala Raja is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Englewood, Florida, Dr. Premala Raja is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
43 years
Experience
Premala Raja
- Englewood, Florida
- St.Joseph's Hospital , N.J.
- Accepting new patients
TIMING IS CRUCIAL!
I like to advise the patients to seek for help when one experiences chest pain or symptoms from stroke ASAP or STAT. If you do not seek for help on timely fashion, it is too late....
COOPERATION & DETERMINATION
Physicians are here to help the patients. We recommend how to proceed with the life style after the heart attack, after stent for CAD, & after bypass surgery. Patients have...
What is considered high blood pressure?
In the past, if the systolic bp was above 140 mm of hg, it was high. If diastolic bp was above 90mm of hg, it was high. Now the physicians are supposed to inform the patients to READ MORE
In the past, if the systolic bp was above 140 mm of hg, it was high. If diastolic bp was above 90mm of hg, it was high. Now the physicians are supposed to inform the patients to keep systolic bp below 120-130 mm of hg & diastolic bp below 90. If your bp is above 140/90 mm of hg, you should see a cardiologist.
My dad is feeling breathless after his bypass. Could there be something serious?
To contact the surgeon for: 1. to rule out fluid around the heart; 2. to make sure that he is not in cardiac arrhythmia; 3.to rule out blood clot in the lungs. Even though he had READ MORE
To contact the surgeon for: 1. to rule out fluid around the heart; 2. to make sure that he is not in cardiac arrhythmia; 3.to rule out blood clot in the lungs. Even though he had cabg recently, it does not mean that all the grafts are open. He needs a work-up.
After having a bypass can I get blockages again?
Unfortunately, it can happen. Make sure that you take baby aspirin daily, am exercise regularly, take statin to keep LDL under 70 to control blood sugar & bp. See your cardiologist READ MORE
Unfortunately, it can happen. Make sure that you take baby aspirin daily, am exercise regularly, take statin to keep LDL under 70 to control blood sugar & bp. See your cardiologist at least once every 6 months. Keep your weight under control.
Why is my father passing blood in his urine after his bypass?
it could be: 1. due to urinary tract infection; 2. sometimes it's due to the effect of blood thinner that is given during the hospital admission for cabg. Check the platelet count. READ MORE
it could be: 1. due to urinary tract infection; 2. sometimes it's due to the effect of blood thinner that is given during the hospital admission for cabg. Check the platelet count.
Can arrhythmia be diagnosed with an ECG?
YES. If the EKG is taken when the patient has arrhythmia, it can be diagnosed.
What are the symptoms of cardiovascular disease?
Watch your diet, exercise regularly, 4-5 days a week. Keep LDL under 100mg. Keep BP under control. Have blood test q6m or once a yr. Symptoms from heart disease include: chest READ MORE
Watch your diet, exercise regularly, 4-5 days a week. Keep LDL under 100mg. Keep BP under control. Have blood test q6m or once a yr. Symptoms from heart disease include: chest pain, tightness, discomfort, or indigestion, arm heaviness or tingling, shortness of breath on exertion, or just fatigue unusually.
Is drug therapy for arrhythmia safe?
It is not safe for long term basis. But it helps until next step is taken like Ablation. That is probably better treatment when compared to medical management.
What is causing my increased heartbeat?
Consuming excessive amount of caffeine products, like regular soda, coffee, chocolates, and alcohol drinks. If you do not drink or eat the above mentioned items, you need to see READ MORE
Consuming excessive amount of caffeine products, like regular soda, coffee, chocolates, and alcohol drinks. If you do not drink or eat the above mentioned items, you need to see a cardiologist.
