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Is it possible to take a biopsy of a cardiac artery plaque in order to determine exactly what it contains?
Hi All I was found to have, via CT Angiogram, in July 16, a very high Calcium Agatston score of 1315. I then had CABG in Feb 17 at age 66. The day before I asked if it was possible to do a biopsy of a plaque, to help in identifying what they contained. They said it was not possible. Is this correct?
Hi All I was found to have, via CT Angiogram, in July 16, a very high Calcium Agatston score of 1315. I then had CABG in Feb 17 at age 66. The day before I asked if it was possible to do a biopsy of a plaque, to help in identifying what they contained. They said it was not possible. Is this correct?
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British Heart Foundation
3 years ago
Smoking,,,
Smoking ,,, Im 64 years old now been healthy and fairly fit hard working kind a guy hardly got a cold once every three To five years maybe even though it was a mild cold, never suffered any kind of illness, apart from after the age of 58 a few pains in my legs which kept me awake at night took
Smoking ,,, Im 64 years old now been healthy and fairly fit hard working kind a guy hardly got a cold once every three To five years maybe even though it was a mild cold, never suffered any kind of illness, apart from after the age of 58 a few pains in my legs which kept me awake at night took
Jamesy12
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
How often are meds reviewed by GP or Cardiologist.
I have been on the same medication since Feb 2020, never the doses or my case reviewed with the exception of an appointment with a Cardiologist in July 2020. Dealing with my GP surgery and getting any response from them is hard work, however and before contacting them I wanted to check with others how
I have been on the same medication since Feb 2020, never the doses or my case reviewed with the exception of an appointment with a Cardiologist in July 2020. Dealing with my GP surgery and getting any response from them is hard work, however and before contacting them I wanted to check with others how
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
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The French Paradox - Why the French Have the Lowest Incidence of Heart Disease in the Developed World
Wine should be consumed in moderation. I drink one glass of red wine with my dinner, between 1 and 3 times per week. While resveratrol, which is in red wine, does provide some health benefits, the alcohol offsets those benefits. The French Paradox (high consumption of wine, cheeses and creams, yet the
Wine should be consumed in moderation. I drink one glass of red wine with my dinner, between 1 and 3 times per week. While resveratrol, which is in red wine, does provide some health benefits, the alcohol offsets those benefits. The French Paradox (high consumption of wine, cheeses and creams, yet the
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2 years ago
Asthma
I've had cabg heart op after heart attack back 21 years ago. Always since then I've had pain in left side of chest under ribs at bottom. I blamed it on the heart op. I've recently had lung function tests at hospital and apparently I have chronic childhood asthma! Is that causing all the pain and tight
I've had cabg heart op after heart attack back 21 years ago. Always since then I've had pain in left side of chest under ribs at bottom. I blamed it on the heart op. I've recently had lung function tests at hospital and apparently I have chronic childhood asthma! Is that causing all the pain and tight
Soundwell1
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
3 years ago
Hello
My twin brother had a heart attack at the weekend, he had 2 stent procedures and is now home. It has scared him and everyone in the family. From being 'fit', to feeling fragile and stunned, little overwhelmed by recovery ahead, looking to see if this community can provide some support, advice etc..
My twin brother had a heart attack at the weekend, he had 2 stent procedures and is now home. It has scared him and everyone in the family. From being 'fit', to feeling fragile and stunned, little overwhelmed by recovery ahead, looking to see if this community can provide some support, advice etc..
HMTwinnie
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Finally had a face to face with my cardiologist
Yesterday after a long frustrating wait, I finally got a face to face meeting with my cardiologist I also took my wife to try and get through to the cardiologist how bad my issues are and how much it is affecting my day to day life. Got to say it was hard work due to her being so dismissive of things
Yesterday after a long frustrating wait, I finally got a face to face meeting with my cardiologist I also took my wife to try and get through to the cardiologist how bad my issues are and how much it is affecting my day to day life. Got to say it was hard work due to her being so dismissive of things
Challenger2009
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
NI Chest Heart and Stroke 5k
So,signed up yesterday for a 5k walk at Stormont at end of February . After my heart attack in April last year it amazed me how dr's can go through your wrist and insert a little metal stent into an artery to keep you alive!! Also my son has a bicuspid aortic valve which will probably need replaced
So,signed up yesterday for a 5k walk at Stormont at end of February . After my heart attack in April last year it amazed me how dr's can go through your wrist and insert a little metal stent into an artery to keep you alive!! Also my son has a bicuspid aortic valve which will probably need replaced
Jules2021
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Sleep Apnea
Hi I had massive heart attack last year March had a stent all seems to be going ok. But I also have Sleep Apnea I what to know if there is anyone else have this has well. Because since my attack every time I use the mask I wake up in the morning I feel awful when you use this machine you suppose to wake
Hi I had massive heart attack last year March had a stent all seems to be going ok. But I also have Sleep Apnea I what to know if there is anyone else have this has well. Because since my attack every time I use the mask I wake up in the morning I feel awful when you use this machine you suppose to wake
Ruby300
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Confidence knocked
This is my first post. Its now five months since my STEMI and stent fitted. Im 47 and not had any issues withy health, to be told I have coronary heat disease was a bit of a surprise, but the family and I seemed to handle it. The last few weeks though have been tough...ive been feeling tired and weak
This is my first post. Its now five months since my STEMI and stent fitted. Im 47 and not had any issues withy health, to be told I have coronary heat disease was a bit of a surprise, but the family and I seemed to handle it. The last few weeks though have been tough...ive been feeling tired and weak
didntexpectthat
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Help
I have recently been diagnosed with angina. I have artery disease ( 50-65% stenosis on LAD but my cardiologist says I don`t need a stent as my symptoms are being managed with various drugs including nitrates and statins. Is that a situation that other angina sufferers find themselves in?
I have recently been diagnosed with angina. I have artery disease ( 50-65% stenosis on LAD but my cardiologist says I don`t need a stent as my symptoms are being managed with various drugs including nitrates and statins. Is that a situation that other angina sufferers find themselves in?
Gardensuburb
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
10 weeks post stent and am still experiencing pain /tightness on the left side of my chest
I was treated as an ACS 10 weeks ago, and had a stent inserted as a result of ' moderate /severe mid - LAD lesion'. Everything else was normal and no damage to the heart muscle. I was also diagnosed as 'possible late presentation of takotsubo cardiomyopathy '.I have been recovering quite well with less
I was treated as an ACS 10 weeks ago, and had a stent inserted as a result of ' moderate /severe mid - LAD lesion'. Everything else was normal and no damage to the heart muscle. I was also diagnosed as 'possible late presentation of takotsubo cardiomyopathy '.I have been recovering quite well with less
HedgeHogHome
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Post angioplasty 'angina attack' - confused.
3 weeks after a stent was inserted and all other arteries were stated as 'pristine' , I have had difficulty getting back to full physical activity. Yesterday I was 5 minutes into a short walk when I suddenly felt all energy go and had to stop... there was no pain, very minor breathlessness (if at all
3 weeks after a stent was inserted and all other arteries were stated as 'pristine' , I have had difficulty getting back to full physical activity. Yesterday I was 5 minutes into a short walk when I suddenly felt all energy go and had to stop... there was no pain, very minor breathlessness (if at all
hunterandcrew
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Can secondary glaucoma worsen even though the eye pressure remains at a normal level?
Hi everyone This is my first post & would greatly appreciate your help & advice, please be gentle with me, my apologies if this question has been asked before. My background: Right eye lazy since childhood Left eye: Chronic Uveitis, Cystoid Macular Edema, Pars Plana/Vitrectomy, Cataract surgery, Secondary
Hi everyone This is my first post & would greatly appreciate your help & advice, please be gentle with me, my apologies if this question has been asked before. My background: Right eye lazy since childhood Left eye: Chronic Uveitis, Cystoid Macular Edema, Pars Plana/Vitrectomy, Cataract surgery, Secondary
Cockerspadge
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Glaucoma UK
2 years ago
Heart Attack
HI I was admitted to hospital 9th December with heart attack could have happened couple of days before inferior stemi and AF diagnosis I was medically treated and discharged 14th December re admitted Boxing Day with different chest pain sensations had angiogram done this time with stent put in the blocked
HI I was admitted to hospital 9th December with heart attack could have happened couple of days before inferior stemi and AF diagnosis I was medically treated and discharged 14th December re admitted Boxing Day with different chest pain sensations had angiogram done this time with stent put in the blocked
Pots11
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Fatigue and meds
Hi all, I had a heart attack in 2020, given balloon angioplasty and a stent, since then been on a morning dose of bisoprolol 1.25mg. I suffer very bad sleep patterns and fatigue, I read here some take it at different times yet my prescription just says "daily". Is it safe to try an evening slot? My other
Hi all, I had a heart attack in 2020, given balloon angioplasty and a stent, since then been on a morning dose of bisoprolol 1.25mg. I suffer very bad sleep patterns and fatigue, I read here some take it at different times yet my prescription just says "daily". Is it safe to try an evening slot? My other
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
CABG recovery - sleeping on side...
Hiya, I'm starting recovery week 7 after an elective triple bypass. Advised to sleep on back until sternum sorts itself out. Does anyone know when and how I can begin to rest on my side. Thanks
Hiya, I'm starting recovery week 7 after an elective triple bypass. Advised to sleep on back until sternum sorts itself out. Does anyone know when and how I can begin to rest on my side. Thanks
Deserrol
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British Heart Foundation
3 years ago
Palpitations
Hello . I'm 11 months double bypass surgery. I have started getting palpitations at night. Terrible last night. No sleep B/P ok and blood sugar this morning. I have been getting pain in my left breast for a few weeks on and off. Saw my G P on Nov 1st and have an appointment on Saturday 13th Nov for
Hello . I'm 11 months double bypass surgery. I have started getting palpitations at night. Terrible last night. No sleep B/P ok and blood sugar this morning. I have been getting pain in my left breast for a few weeks on and off. Saw my G P on Nov 1st and have an appointment on Saturday 13th Nov for
Bishop1
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
MRI After Bypass Surgery
Hello' I was reading the post reference MRI with Pacemaker etc I just wondered why the Sternum Wires don't cause a problem any answers please ??? Regards
Hello' I was reading the post reference MRI with Pacemaker etc I just wondered why the Sternum Wires don't cause a problem any answers please ??? Regards
Prada47
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British Heart Foundation
2 years ago
Problems with oesophagus closing at join
Is there anyone can help with the following. My wife and I have both had oesophageal cancer, we have both had IV ops. For myself I am 6 years down the line and apart from the usual “new norm” I have been lucky. My wife on the other hand has suffered continually with the closing up of the oesophagus and
Is there anyone can help with the following. My wife and I have both had oesophageal cancer, we have both had IV ops. For myself I am 6 years down the line and apart from the usual “new norm” I have been lucky. My wife on the other hand has suffered continually with the closing up of the oesophagus and
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Oesophageal & Gastric Cancer
2 years ago
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