Experiences with

Chronic kidney disease (CKD)

Various studies have shown an association between alcohol use and atrial fibrillation. A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine in 2020 found that abstinence from alcohol reduced arrhythmia recurrences in regular drinkers with atrial fibrillation. Experts found that the effect of alcohol

hello everyone, I was wondering if anybody experiences any kind of chest pain with endo or adeno? I’m not sure what causes this or if this is the cause but I have a feeling it could be one of these conditions. For the last couple of months I’ve massively felt chest pain on both sides, (mostly where

I am a 78 year old female. I was diagnosed with CLL in 2012, was on w&w until 2015, then had 4 rounds of chemotherapy. I have been on Imbruvica since 2020. Recently I had a ECT at my yearly physical and it was abnormal. The ECT I had in 2019 was normal. I had a heart ultrasound which shows that I have

I have ckd 3b, my doctor prescribed ibuprofen gel for a soft tissue injury in back,no relief,doc then prescribed codeine 30mg ,still no relief,saw different doctor who then told me to take 2 paracetomol up to 4 times a day,still no relief,I am using toilet almost every hour during the night,and my urine

So, shortening a long story, AFib from age 40, successful ablation (PVI + flutter + mitral line) at age 48, 15 good years then an aortic dissection at age 63, the long OHS surgery for which put me back in Fib. Sinus for 5-1/2 years on Amiodarone but it was slowly weakening me, plus bad ectos. After

I recently had an abnormal blood test result. I need an urgent Echo re my tricuspid valve leak. My GP has told me not to go on my planned flight to Spain. I’m really worried, can you knowledgeable people help me out, What do I expect to put this right. I also have leaky mitral/aorts valves, along

For the last 18 months, my AF seems to have got worse, and I have suffered badly with a shortage of breath. I have had 2 lung function tests and 2 consultations with a Respiratory Consultant who has told me that my lungs are “normal”. I am on a very long list to see an NHS Cardiologist, and therefore

Shout out to my local hospital and in particular ED team. I am posting via hospital bed in recovery. Presented to Caboolture Hospital QLD, Oz today at around midday today. PIP normally suffice to revert but after 2 days(Flec and Metropolol). I was in NSR but wasn't budging from 120 with a low blood pressure

What is Causing the Chest Pain After Quitting Smoking When someone quits smoking, their body and mind sometimes go through very serious withdrawals. These withdrawals can include chest pain, coughing, and soreness of the lungs. Sometimes when people have been coughing a lot, their bodies

Hi all - I wanted to update everyone on a positive experience and to hopefully debunk some of the myths. For context I live in the Republic of Ireland and also have private medical insurance (this is very common in Ireland). 55, male and generally fit. I was having episodes of waking up, bolt upright

I live in the U.S. and I have decided -- the decision can be debated elsewhere -- to take Eliquis, which is available outside the U.S. as a generic called apixaban. My Eliquis costs $314 for 30 pills. I could do a bit better pricewise at another pharmacy 50 miles away, with long, long lines. I pay

Waiting for a new blood thinner the surgery caluated they have four days till medication was needed ,wrong I had to phone up 111 to get a perscription,chemist no Af tablet no tablets for 2 days. when I phoned up the surgery the reception did not know about it. , yesterday no problem when I was busy.

Hi everyone, I’m just curious to know if any of you take cod liver oil and if so has it affected your gut/ibs in any way. I have just decided to try them because of my age (the menopause is causing me joint pain) but I’m always cautious with everything I take incase of a stomach upset.Thank you 😊

I have ckd stage 4 and I dont eat alot of protein im on a diet so unfortunately the months I was working there really made my kidney worse they didn't let me no option but to give my two weeks because since I was two moths alway from 1 year I didn't qualify to go to another drs office the supervisor

I’ve had ET+Jak2 for 9 years and have tolerated Hydroxy plus asprin quite well. I’ve always had low blood pressure but was diagnosed with high blood pressure a month ago and put on meds which have worked in bringing it down. The problem is I feel really tired on them and my ankles have swollen, a common

I'm on 10mg Ramipril and have been so for at least 15 years, maybe a bit longer. My GP has now asked me to cease taking it for 8 weeks. It was originally prescribed as a blood pressure control drug. It has done its job, up to a point ! In more recent years I have had added to the blood pressure mix Felodopine

Hi just got a letter from cardiology.Anyone know what a QRS of 176 milisecond relates too? In permanent AFib so guessing it's something to do with the heart rate? Thanks

Upon diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (AF) many individuals are prescribed medications that include antiarrhythmic medication(s). These help to restore the normal (sinus) heart rhythm. They work by blocking specific electrical conduction channels in the heart. Many can slow the activation of the heart

I've been on edoxaban and bisoprolol after permanent AF became part of my life in 2022. I had an ablation in April this year, but went back in AF soon after so had a cardioversion and amiodarone for two months. I'm still in NSR, feeling better but still tired and get breathless fairly easily.At my follow

Hello, I'm currently on warfarin, omeprazole, amlodipine and valsartan. Besides trying to exercise and watch my diet, I'm thinking of consuming some heart supplements to strengthen my heart. Has anyone try anything good and can share? How about products from NatureFarm? Or any other supplements?