Experiences with

Heart Health

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Hi all, my partner was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve when he was a baby. In October this year he had open heart surgery to replace the valve (he turned 38 years old in December) His recovery went really well but I am concerned about his mental health. I know that depression after surgery is

However, individuals may require different amounts depending on factors like: General Health: For overall heart health, 1,000 mg of combined EPA and DHA may suffice. Heart Disease: Doctors may recommend higher doses (1,000-2,000 mg) if you're at risk for heart disease.

After 2 1/2yrs with GP adjusting just Amlodipine and Ramipril doses, I insisted on seeing a cardiologist as my faith in GP had waned totally. Today the cardiologist put my mind at a degree of rest in just 20 minutes after a long period of concern and anxiety. Having continually told GP that Amlodipine

I'm a 70 year old man. I have been low BMI and physically active all my life, and have always been interested in healthy eating, endeavoring to keep abreast of the latest trends and recommendations. I’ve been following a low carb diet for a number of years now; ever since my doctor told me I needed

Dad past health history, he had a kidney transplant, triple heart bypass 10 years ago, also diabetic but he looked so well now. Was it correct for him to have a cardio version? I just want a answer as can't fathom how this could happen. Thank you Jas

However looking at my family history my mother had the same condition and due to health complication she was not able to have a heart transplant but was given a triple bypass. The doctors are now going to make a referral to the heart transplant team to be considered for a heart transplant.

Hi this may seem random!! Since I had my bypass operation 3 years ago small dogs especially have been very very aggressive to me, I have been bitten three times. It happens nearly 90% of the time with them and it's causing me stress. I am on Omeprazole, aspirin, statins and tamuflosin. Has anyone else

Hi everyone! I'll be having open heart surgery in just under 3 weeks and I'm looking for any tips and tricks for afterwards. I will be having a patch repair for multiple ASDs (holes in the heart) in case it is helpful to know ☺️ This can be anything from clothing recommendations, any aids you found

Hello I am moving country, and I will be unable to get Metoprolol 25mg It only comes in 100mg , it’s really not desirable to split into 4 , My EP wants me to stay on this dosage as it’s working and I’m highly sensitive to meds , last time med was changed ended up in the ER again with AFib I’m thinking

Hi, I am possibly looking at having open heart surgery as I have two leaky valves. I have a mri booked for next week which will determine what surgery I will be having but just wanted to hear of anyone else's experience of open heart surgery and how long it takes to recover, many thanks, Heather x

I’m traumatized by seven years ina row of devastating events that have broken my spirit and wrecked my ability to rebound. My niece was murdered in her own yard, life’s financial curses have caused severe losses of very hard earned money for retirement and necessary repairs home, my son got cancer

hi everyone, I am asking if any has taken “Mounjaro“ I am about to start and would like to know any experiences good or bad if anyone can help I would be great full. I am being given it to hopefully lose weight so I can go back on the Heart Transplant list. many thanks D

I am almost six months post PFA ablation for persistent afib and atypical aflutter. I have been doing well recovering from ablation with zero heart events despite a bad procedure outcome of pneumonia, collapsed lung,and resulting fluid in chest, requiring thoracentesis. Finally nearly resolved. 😮‍💨

I had open heart surgery on 23 January to repair mitrial and tricuspad valves plus 2 small bypasses. Graft site above right ankle.I was out for 2 days after op. Couldn't surface. Severe reaction to opiates was reason. So now I am 18 days post op. I have been on paracetamol only since day 3. I have

had ablation for afib 17th January been in blissful bar but last 3 days ectopic beats have gradually increased really worried any advice or guidance

Can having an Afib attack with high heart rate of 140 cause chest pain? I had this last night and it lasted about a hour. The pain was pretty severe, but once my heart rate slowed down, the pain went away. I’ve been wearing a holter monitor for two weeks now so I’m hoping the monitor will be able to

Hi all, does anyone have any tips on controlling blood pressure when taking readings? I have always suffered with a form of white coat syndrome but recently can even get it with home readings. I had major heart surgery about 3 months ago and my blood pressure medication was reduced as my readings were

Having recently been told that i have mitral regurgitation/thickened heart wall and awaiting an mri,, doctors have said I can live out my days (I’m 41) and there’s a possibility that I may not even need heart surgery. Only thing is I haven’t seen much evidence of this. a large part of me suspects

I had a triple heart bypass and aortic valve replacement and am on bisoprolol,atorvastatin and. Lanzapozole . I have experienced hair loss for the past couple of months but it has recently got worse. I have an appointment with the pharmacist of my GP practise and would like to be able to tell her if