Tired

[Chughes1991]

Hi all this may sound silly but is it normal for some one to be absolutely knackered after having a heart attack and if so how long does it usually last ?

[Maisie2014]

Hi Chughes1991. Yes it is. I’m four months in and still shattered.

[Chughes1991]

Thank you makes Sense

[Calliope153]

Yes totally normal. As well as doing the daily walk fit in as much resting as you can. Take care not to over exhaust yourself - and I found chatting to visitors one of the most exhausting things I did. Bone weary does not describe the tiredness to start with but it passes.

[Chughes1991 in reply to Calliope153]

Thank you for your reply

[lamm]

Yes. Absolutely normal. I could barely do anything (not even watch tv) for a couple of weeks.

But it does get better! Good luck.

[Rosei]

Me too, I was totally exhausted after my HA. The difference for me was that having been a very poor sleeper, I got to sleep at least 7 hours at night, I was still tired during the day. Now, two years later I am fine, at 84 I don't even have a rest during the day.

[MikeBB]

Yes - and the drugs you'll be taking will be a prime factor. Keep taking the drugs - they are there for a reason. But it will improve!

[Andyman]

I think it depends how long after your HA and whether you are doing anything to help I prove your fitness. If you are months down the road but still sitting on a sofa waiting for the tiredness to go then you need to have a chat with your doctors and nurses to change your lifestyle or have another look at your health. Have you been to rehab yet.

[SLondon]

Hi. For the first 12 weeks post HA I was knackered. Combination of drugs and recovery. I’m now back at work full time and each week I’m feeling better and able to do lots more. Still get a bit tired but nothing like the early days. Rehab discussion helped me to work out if it was normal or when I should get help. Good luck and enjoy being able to rest.