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Is preserved LV function the same as heart failure?

I have, finally, receives written confirmation that I have sinus node dysfunction, sinus Bradycardia and symptomatic fastly conducted paroxysmal atrial...

I have, finally, receives written confirmation that I have sinus node dysfunctio...

JuliaGemstar

•4 months ago

1 Reply

ADVICE PLEASE Cardiac Heart Scan

Hi off for Heart Scan tomorrow and rather anxious about it all. Think it’s the Polo Type scanner so at least head will hopefully be out of machine. Anyone...

Hi off for Heart Scan tomorrow and rather anxious about it all. Think it’s the ...

JMF1

•4 months ago

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1 year Anniversary and clear ECG

Just back from my Surgeon assrssment he was really chuffed on my progress with all the excercising paying off. ECG is clear and normal.

Just back from my Surgeon assrssment he was really chuffed on my progress with a...

Hidden

•4 months ago

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High Cholesterol

My wife has a pacemaker: the result of an investigation into infrequent episodes of syncope. As part of the investigative process she was fitted with a 14 day...

My wife has a pacemaker: the result of an investigation into infrequent episodes...

L8Again

•4 months ago

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bisoprolol / Betablocker withdrawal stories

Hi, I decided to open this topic because I'm going through a difficult period of withdrawal. I spent 1 year on bisoprolol, which caused numerous side effects...

Hi, I decided to open this topic because I'm going through a difficult period of...

SC81

•4 months ago

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Catheter Ablation recovery

My post to the group. I had my Catheter Ablation on 25th July, all ok and back into Sinus Rhythm. Previously been running for 15yrs. I would like some advise...

My post to the group. I had my Catheter Ablation on 25th July, all ok and back ...

CycloparkRunner7

•4 months ago

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pulse only 38

AFTER MY MEDICATIONS PULSE DROPS TO 38 Which CANNOT BE RIGHT. WHAT COULD BE CAUSING THIS.

AFTER MY MEDICATIONS PULSE DROPS TO 38 Which CANNOT BE RIGHT. WHAT COULD BE CAU...

JMF1

•4 months ago

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lansoprazole

Hi everyone I am 9 weeks post ASD catheter closure and I am taking clopidogrel, dissolvable aspirin and lansoprazole. I have had my follow up appointment with...

Hi everyone I am 9 weeks post ASD catheter closure and I am taking clopidogrel, ...

Overidge

•4 months ago

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unstable angina and air travel

I have been diagnosed with unstable angina. Had a stent in my left descending artery 4years ago. Just had an angiogram which shows all clear. Thinking of...

I have been diagnosed with unstable angina. Had a stent in my left descending ar...

tregonyboy

•4 months ago

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echo Vs cardiac MRI regards accuracy

hi I’ve always pondered why an echo in 2022 showed a EF of 55 to 60% (normal I think) and a cardiac / stress MRI showed EF of 74% in 2023 (also normal but...

hi I’ve always pondered why an echo in 2022 showed a EF of 55 to 60% (normal I ...

Fanfab1

•4 months ago

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Weight loss

After having a heart attack 4 years ago now ,im 42 years old,I've piled on the weight as much as I've tried I just can't stick to a diet and when i do try my...

After having a heart attack 4 years ago now ,im 42 years old,I've piled on the w...

Amylou15

•4 months ago

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Critical Illness claim rejected

Anyone any experience in challenging a critical illness rejection? The insurer is claiming I was reckless in completing the form. Currently with the Ombudsman...

Anyone any experience in challenging a critical illness rejection? The insurer i...

Heart_stopper

•4 months ago

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hydration tablets for water

I’m off to Turin on Saturday. I’m concerned about the heat does anyone on here use hydration/electrolyte tablets added to water? As a drink over the day. I’m...

I’m off to Turin on Saturday. I’m concerned about the heat does anyone on here u...

Ewloe

•4 months ago

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PCSK9 inhibitors query

I was going to answer Misty who was curious about side effects, but apparently their post can't be found. As someone whose been on them successfully for 3...

I was going to answer Misty who was curious about side effects, but apparently t...

Astronomyrules

•4 months ago

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echocardiagram stress test results.

hi to anyone who has followed me on my 2 Yr journey through the cardiology obstacle course .originally diagnosed with 70% blockage to lad with diffused plaque...

hi to anyone who has followed me on my 2 Yr journey through the cardiology obsta...

Maxbar

•4 months ago

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NHS app

I am at present using Evergreen life for accessing my medical requests online. Sometimes though it gets unconnected if that’s the right word. I do have the NHS...

I am at present using Evergreen life for accessing my medical requests online. S...

Tinker2015

•4 months ago

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Just diagnosed with ischaemic heart disease

Hi all. I'm 68, and just been diagnosed with ischaemic heart disease, so have had statin dose doubled (simvastatin 80mg), aspirin dose doubled (75mg), and...

Hi all. I'm 68, and just been diagnosed with ischaemic heart disease, so have ha...

Nelly56

•4 months ago

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Need GTN despite meds

I'm almost 85 & had a 2nd heart attack on 3/2/24. Needed defibrillator in ambulance, local hospital not available, so taken to another one. Existing stents...

I'm almost 85 & had a 2nd heart attack on 3/2/24. Needed defibrillator in ambul...

Hidden

•4 months ago

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having an icd fitted

hi I’m 52 years old, I’m having an icd fitted on Wednesday I’m terrified any advice please

hi I’m 52 years old, I’m having an icd fitted on Wednesday I’m terrified any adv...

Kazz72

•4 months ago

31 Replies

Cardiomyopathy and AF

My husband has cardiomyopthy and AF. He had had many procedures and fitted with a pacemaker/defibrillator in March. He has since gone downhill and losing...

My husband has cardiomyopthy and AF. He had had many procedures and fitted with ...

Hidden

•4 months ago

10 Replies

Dapagliflozlin Sweat / Armpit Irritation

Hello Has anyone experienced any irritation around armpits on Dapa ? I sweat a lot and the smell has changed causing irritation and itchiness. My skin...

Hello Has anyone experienced any irritation around armpits on Dapa ? I sweat ...

jadeyoga

•4 months ago

5 Replies

Do I have to take omeprazole with aspirin 75mg

Hello Just been diagnosed with moderate right carotid atherosclerosis. Started statins and prescribed aspirin and omeprazole. Just had 70th birthday. The...

Hello Just been diagnosed with moderate right carotid atherosclerosis. Started...

Chickenshahikorma

•4 months ago

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Pacemaker annual check

I had a pacemaker fitted 7 years ago for my AV block type 3. I hadn't received an appt for my annual check up so called the GRH cardiology dept - was told...

I had a pacemaker fitted 7 years ago for my AV block type 3. I hadn't received...

simonav3

•4 months ago

7 Replies

mangofoods

Amlodopine for high BP. I now have itching rash & headache, was told symptoms do not last long is that true? Advice please.

Amlodopine for high BP. I now have itching rash & headache, was told symptoms d...

Mangofoods

•4 months ago

8 Replies

Weight-loss drugs/surgery after valve replacement?

Hi all, I'm a 34yo male with a massive eating problem, this has been ever since I've been an adult really, just a really poor relationship with food. I had...

Hi all, I'm a 34yo male with a massive eating problem, this has been ever since...

lmo90

•4 months ago

26 Replies

Pulmonary hypertension

Hi all. I'm waiting to be seen at Papworth after my consultant at the freeman's hospital referred me to them. My question is once you'd been admitted how long...

Hi all. I'm waiting to be seen at Papworth after my consultant at the freeman's ...

Debbs73

•4 months ago

6 Replies

Happy 1 Year Anniversary

On my 1 year anniversary i went out and completed a 60km cycle ride, i have now cycled over 2,000kms since April. My journey hasnt been easy. Post op first...

On my 1 year anniversary i went out and completed a 60km cycle ride, i have now ...

Hidden

•4 months ago

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Paranoia??

Good morning. I felt really good the first week back home after my HA and stents, but for the last few days I've felt a little tighter in the chest, like I...

Good morning. I felt really good the first week back home after my HA and stent...

MistyPoo

•4 months ago

21 Replies

Please, please help me.......Pulmonary Hypertension.

Hi Everyone. I think I may have posted something similar recently, but my anxiety is the worst it's ever been. I'm so sorry to post again. And I feel so guilty...

Hi Everyone. I think I may have posted something similar recently, but my anxiet...

puddy68

•4 months ago

20 Replies

Posts - British Heart Foundation | HealthUnlocked

British Heart Foundation

All posts for July 2024

Is preserved LV function the same as heart failure?

ADVICE PLEASE Cardiac Heart Scan

1 year Anniversary and clear ECG

High Cholesterol

bisoprolol / Betablocker withdrawal stories

Catheter Ablation recovery

pulse only 38

lansoprazole

unstable angina and air travel

echo Vs cardiac MRI regards accuracy

Weight loss

Critical Illness claim rejected

hydration tablets for water

PCSK9 inhibitors query

echocardiagram stress test results.

NHS app

Just diagnosed with ischaemic heart disease

Need GTN despite meds

having an icd fitted

Cardiomyopathy and AF

Dapagliflozlin Sweat / Armpit Irritation

Do I have to take omeprazole with aspirin 75mg

Pacemaker annual check

mangofoods

Weight-loss drugs/surgery after valve replacement?

Pulmonary hypertension

Happy 1 Year Anniversary

Paranoia??

Please, please help me.......Pulmonary Hypertension.

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