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Life Sciences => Physiology & Medicine => Topic started by: david shaffer on 10/05/2008 21:22:09

Title: Are there any studies exploring the use of leukotriene modifiers on heart disease?
Post by: david shaffer on 10/05/2008 21:22:09

david shaffer  asked the Naked Scientists:

Interesting article pertaining to leukotrienes contributing to the development of atherosclerosis.  
   
I have battled hypertension for a number of years finally to the point of having a SKS Kissing stent implanted into a bifurcated LAD occlusion.  
   
Even with the occlusion opened and taking anti-hypertensives I still get hypertension on exertion.  However, when I started taking Singulair. a leukotriene antagonist, my BP normalized.  
   
Your study on leukotrienes contributing to atherosclerosis seems to be right on.  Are there any studies exploring the use of leukotriene modifiers on heart disease?
   
Thank you for your time.
   
David Shaffer
   

What do you think?

Title: Are there any studies exploring the use of leukotriene modifiers on heart disease?
Post by: JimBob on 11/05/2008 15:23:25

I think one of our physicians needs to take a look at this question - Chris, Iko?? Paging doctor Chris or Doctor Iko.