Viral infection and heart disease

Hi all - I have had a recent diagnosis of heart disease (from genetic FH), and have an appointment in a month to get a stent fitted.

Two weeks ago I caught a bad cold, started with sore throat, lost my voice and been very chesty with it. Basically I have been finding it really difficult to shift... Definitely on the mend but really slow progress.

Has anyone else had a similar experience? Does heart disease lower our immunity or slow down the healing process?

Anyone got any tips to aid recovery?

I have two small kids and so there are lots of bugs from nursery & school around so wondering if I should be extra careful. Also now pretty frustrated as just want my energy to return!

Thanks

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Thanks for reply - yes thought I'd look into flu vaccination at GPs as a precaution.

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I will look into that thank you

[MichaelJH Heart Star]

My late mother had refused them continually but had one virtually forced on her when the ravages of Parkinsons meant she had to go into a home. A few days later she developed a serious infection and after a three week battle passed away. Apparently another coincidence!

[MichaelJH Heart Star]

We must be genetically linked. I had a tetanus years ago and was quite unwell for two days. Hello bruv!

[Janma123]

I don’t want to alarm you but can I suggest that you get checked by your doctor. My husband had what appeared to be a sore throat and a chest infection that he couldn’t shake off. He would feel better for a day or two and then it came back. Turned out it was actually his heart causing the problem! We eventually went to the doctors and he was admitted to hospital. I read a few days later that it can be an early warning of the heart causing problems!

Best wishes.

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Thanks for the message - I am definitely on the mend but will definitely head back to GP if it returns!