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Covid 19 2nd time/ Heart attack. Essex Wonderful NHS . Thankyou ACU/ AMSDEC

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Had a suspected heart attack in December 2020. Tested positive with Covid 19 same time. Was suffering from bad cough and felt ill. Went A and E Admitted 5 days Discharged myself as wanted to go home from covid ward.

Hospital wasnt happy. But Christmas and family came before me.

February after 6 weeks on pills and several phone calls to GP . I was re-admitted for further testing.

Sent Basildon from Colchester hospital for Angiogramme. Result Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Going back for MRI soon. Awaiting outcome. Life completely changed. Cant walk far or travel far...No supermarkets even . Wheelchair at the moment. Only 52.

With a 7 year old. Wife and older son.

Digging deep at the moment . Trying to get all the help I can. Trying to get my life back. Its been shattered.

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Georgeb46

Stay strong for your family... You'll get there.. Positive mindset!!

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RufusScamp

That is hard. There will be plenty of support for you on these boards, but I hope you are getting practical support as well. Are you in touch with your local cardio team? They should be able to help you make as much progress as you can. Mine are wonderful, but limited because of COVID. Love to your wife and kids too! It's not easy for them.

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Telboi

Keep going Colin, it’s tough but the cardio team will do whatever it takes to have you enjoy your family for years to come. Stay strong.

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Tessie28

Keep going Colin!

Keep going, be strong!

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MissCS

Colon please be strong. I share your pain. Had Covid in October, it's made my asthma worse. Been in and out of hospital. I know how you feel, but remember no condition is permanent. We will fight this. Be strong for them. Praying for you and your family 🙏.

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EmmyLaury12

Oh dear so sorry to hear of your health issues .you have definitely had your share of bad luck and my heart goes out to you .

Fingers and everything crossed you will start to feel

Better soon .

I know from experience life can be tough and unfair but somehow you get through this time and I’m sure you will too .

You may need the help from family and health professionals though .

Take care we are always here if you need someone to chat to who understands x

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