Ralph Mitchell is a 53-year-old male. He is happily married with three children and has his own business. Today, he is having his yearly physical. He lists the following medications on his "Patient History" paperwork: aspirin, lovastatin, hydrochlorothiazide, warfarin, garlic, and vitamin C. Upon reviewing his medications, we can assume that Ralph most likely suffers from ____.

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Ralph's medications suggest that he is being treated for cardiovascular disease, as he is taking lovastatin to lower cholesterol, hydrochlorothiazide to lower blood pressure, warfarin to prevent blood clots, and aspirin to prevent heart attacks. Garlic and Vitamin C are not typically used to treat cardiovascular disease, but may have some protective effects against heart disease. Obesity and diabetes would typically require different medications. Osteoporosis is also not suggested by the medications listed.

Ralph Mitchell Is a 53-Year-Old Male