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Alcoholism
Hi I had a heart attack in February of this year and a triple heart bypass, I am also, extremely ashamed, to admit I am a functioning alcoholic. I have always drank a lot but since coming out of Hospital I am drinking 3 bottles of wine each day, sometimes more. I Iie to my wife, who I adore, my alcoholism
Hi I had a heart attack in February of this year and a triple heart bypass, I am also, extremely ashamed, to admit I am a functioning alcoholic. I have always drank a lot but since coming out of Hospital I am drinking 3 bottles of wine each day, sometimes more. I Iie to my wife, who I adore, my alcoholism
FRANKIENCOCO
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British Heart Foundation
3 years ago
Checking pulse daily hugely beneficial
When my GP diagnosed AFib I was given Bisopropol 😔 swiftly changed to Nebivolol and Apixaban and for weeks I just felt rotten most of the time. I then subscribed to technology which gave me unlimited reports on what my heart was up to at any time of the day or night. Reports were consistently showing
When my GP diagnosed AFib I was given Bisopropol 😔 swiftly changed to Nebivolol and Apixaban and for weeks I just felt rotten most of the time. I then subscribed to technology which gave me unlimited reports on what my heart was up to at any time of the day or night. Reports were consistently showing
Loafinabout
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
3 years ago
Dronederone
Hi all Two months ago I was prescribed 400mg Dronederone twice daily to slow down the frequency of AF episodes and also their duration. These were coupled with 5mg Bisoprolol and my usual Apixiban. Sunday evening at 7pm an episode started and as I write Tuesday 11am still ongoing. So it would seem this
Hi all Two months ago I was prescribed 400mg Dronederone twice daily to slow down the frequency of AF episodes and also their duration. These were coupled with 5mg Bisoprolol and my usual Apixiban. Sunday evening at 7pm an episode started and as I write Tuesday 11am still ongoing. So it would seem this
Kia62
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AF Association
3 years ago
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The AF Association has been approached by leading researchers based in London, UK to involve people with AF in a research study, as to high or low risk they maybe of developing heart rhythm disorders such as AF following cardiac surgery. Researchers are looking for 4-8 volunteers to take part in a 1
The AF Association has been approached by leading researchers based in London, UK to involve people with AF in a research study, as to high or low risk they maybe of developing heart rhythm disorders such as AF following cardiac surgery. Researchers are looking for 4-8 volunteers to take part in a 1
TracyAdmin
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AF Association
3 years ago
Chronic osteomyelitis and systemic sclerosis
Hello everyone!! I have 2 questions related to systemic sclerosis and Raynaud's. 1. Does anyone with systemic sclerosis and Raynaud's phenomenon have a non-healing ulcer and chronic osteomyelitis in their feet? 2. Is there anyone with Raynud's phenomenon and systemic sclerosis who has cold hands and
Hello everyone!! I have 2 questions related to systemic sclerosis and Raynaud's. 1. Does anyone with systemic sclerosis and Raynaud's phenomenon have a non-healing ulcer and chronic osteomyelitis in their feet? 2. Is there anyone with Raynud's phenomenon and systemic sclerosis who has cold hands and
Lo1234
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Scleroderma & Raynaud's UK (SRUK)
3 years ago
Coping with what could have been
My husband has recently been very ill and had a liver transplant which is working wonderfully. I can't stop thinking about what could have happened if he had not had the transplant. He had sepsis in March and almost died and was going downhill fast just before his transplant. I'm driving myself crazy
My husband has recently been very ill and had a liver transplant which is working wonderfully. I can't stop thinking about what could have happened if he had not had the transplant. He had sepsis in March and almost died and was going downhill fast just before his transplant. I'm driving myself crazy
Whip_pet
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British Liver Trust
3 years ago
I’m in the exact situation as you are. You say all the things I have going through my head .
I had a lupus anticoagulant test same as you and they space it out as You said every 3 months . I have had a huge clot in my subclavian which was so big it had spread from subclavian to side of my breast and under my arm pit . I was in hospital for a week . They put me on heparin IV drip and Coumadin
I had a lupus anticoagulant test same as you and they space it out as You said every 3 months . I have had a huge clot in my subclavian which was so big it had spread from subclavian to side of my breast and under my arm pit . I was in hospital for a week . They put me on heparin IV drip and Coumadin
Dianehunt212
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Hughes Syndrome APS Forum
3 years ago
COVID Booster risk/benefit
I'm curious how your docs are advising you on whether to get a COVID booster. (I'm interested what doctors are advising, not any personal opinions of patients.) My oncologist has been encouraging COVID booster for "immune compromised" patients (e.g. under chemotherapy) but discouraging booster for "immune
I'm curious how your docs are advising you on whether to get a COVID booster. (I'm interested what doctors are advising, not any personal opinions of patients.) My oncologist has been encouraging COVID booster for "immune compromised" patients (e.g. under chemotherapy) but discouraging booster for "immune
ron_bucher
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Advanced Prostate Cancer
3 years ago
A couple of suggestions to make dealing with incontinence easier.
About 12 years post RP I began having incontinence issues which totally changed my OOL. Diapers are expensive in Thailand plus the fact that your entire bottom gets wet. I came up with this simple, inexpensive way of dealing with my problem. I just wrap the little guy up in a couple of paper towels and
About 12 years post RP I began having incontinence issues which totally changed my OOL. Diapers are expensive in Thailand plus the fact that your entire bottom gets wet. I came up with this simple, inexpensive way of dealing with my problem. I just wrap the little guy up in a couple of paper towels and
E2-Guy
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Advanced Prostate Cancer
3 years ago
PAF and Antidepressants
I tried Amitriptyline which didnt suit ither as my
heart
went crackers. The Anxiety and Depression is affecting my overall
health
and I really need some help. I carnt be the only one with AF and depression out there. GP as good as a snowball in hell.
I tried Amitriptyline which didnt suit ither as my
heart
went crackers. The Anxiety and Depression is affecting my overall
health
and I really need some help. I carnt be the only one with AF and depression out there. GP as good as a snowball in hell.
Nerja2012
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
2 years ago
Beta blockers and r l s
I had heart surgery 2 months ago and now because my heart is not steady I'm going to be prescribed beta blockers. Does anyone know if they upset the RLS??
I had heart surgery 2 months ago and now because my heart is not steady I'm going to be prescribed beta blockers. Does anyone know if they upset the RLS??
funnyfennel
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Restless Legs Syndrome
3 years ago
PVC’s or ectopic beats
Hi, I was diagnosed with paroxysmal afib at 43 in 2017 and had catheter ablation in March this year. Afib returned for a couple of hours twice but was in the 3 month blanking period so was ok. Stopped the flecainide and verapamil 2 months after procedure as advised by surgeon and need to say it feels
Hi, I was diagnosed with paroxysmal afib at 43 in 2017 and had catheter ablation in March this year. Afib returned for a couple of hours twice but was in the 3 month blanking period so was ok. Stopped the flecainide and verapamil 2 months after procedure as advised by surgeon and need to say it feels
rayc99
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AF Association
3 years ago
Systemic sclerosis and vein
Good day, everyone. I'm curious whether anyone with scleroderma or systemic sclerosis has trouble opening veins for IV drugs?, And if anyone has established a cvp line for IV medications?
Good day, everyone. I'm curious whether anyone with scleroderma or systemic sclerosis has trouble opening veins for IV drugs?, And if anyone has established a cvp line for IV medications?
Lo1234
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Scleroderma & Raynaud's UK (SRUK)
3 years ago
AFIB ATTACK
Hi, I’m in AFIB attack , have been for 10 hours now, HR is between 98/137 , I usually go hospital but should I if HR is low.I’m confused as I worry about stroke , I was told to take extra beta blocker but it did nothing. Can anyone advise please.
Hi, I’m in AFIB attack , have been for 10 hours now, HR is between 98/137 , I usually go hospital but should I if HR is low.I’m confused as I worry about stroke , I was told to take extra beta blocker but it did nothing. Can anyone advise please.
Electricblue1
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AF Association
3 years ago
Different AF Types
I have noticed that I get two types of AF periods. One is where my heart goes into an irregular beat but stays within the normal pulse rate. The other is where it jumps to around 160bpm and is irregular. Is there a difference in the two and how long can you leave the high heart rate before thinking
I have noticed that I get two types of AF periods. One is where my heart goes into an irregular beat but stays within the normal pulse rate. The other is where it jumps to around 160bpm and is irregular. Is there a difference in the two and how long can you leave the high heart rate before thinking
Firstbusman
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AF Association
3 years ago
4 month old with VSD
I found out just over a week ago that my baby girl, who is a twin born in March 2021, has a large VSD - and now requires heart surgery for it. I know that I should feel better that I keep reading that it’s a routine procedure etc etc but I cannot help but feel dread, worry, anxiousness to name but
I found out just over a week ago that my baby girl, who is a twin born in March 2021, has a large VSD - and now requires heart surgery for it. I know that I should feel better that I keep reading that it’s a routine procedure etc etc but I cannot help but feel dread, worry, anxiousness to name but
FlowerofLondon
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British Heart Foundation
3 years ago
New Anticoagulant looks promising
There's a new anticoagulant that's in trials on people with AF. It appears to cause minimal bleeding. This is an extract from a Times article: Blood clot treatment may help reduce hospital deaths Tom Whipple, Science Editor Tuesday July 20 2021, 12.01am, The Times Blood clots are responsible for one
There's a new anticoagulant that's in trials on people with AF. It appears to cause minimal bleeding. This is an extract from a Times article: Blood clot treatment may help reduce hospital deaths Tom Whipple, Science Editor Tuesday July 20 2021, 12.01am, The Times Blood clots are responsible for one
MarkS
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AF Association
3 years ago
AV block and Supraventricular tachycardia runs...
Hi everyone, Am fairly new here (diagnosis mid April) and my first post ... but have been reading you all lots and it has really helped me understand things and be less anxious, and you all sound so nice :). I have a question I would be so grateful if any of you could shed some light on what it means
Hi everyone, Am fairly new here (diagnosis mid April) and my first post ... but have been reading you all lots and it has really helped me understand things and be less anxious, and you all sound so nice :). I have a question I would be so grateful if any of you could shed some light on what it means
Pitterpat
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AF Association
3 years ago
Valve replacement
I was 29 when I had my first heart surgery. Never knew I had a problem prior to that. I was terrified. I subsequently had mitral & aortic valves replaced aged 36. I had mechanical valves put in which was 25 years ago. Still going strong and was a complete life changer. Wait till you are on the other
I was 29 when I had my first heart surgery. Never knew I had a problem prior to that. I was terrified. I subsequently had mitral & aortic valves replaced aged 36. I had mechanical valves put in which was 25 years ago. Still going strong and was a complete life changer. Wait till you are on the other
Hidden
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British Heart Foundation
3 years ago
Long overdue 'anti alcohol report'
The so called benefits of small amounts alcohol (especially wine) have been touted for centuries when it comes to cardiovascular
health
. Four days ago the World
Heart
Federation officially changed the message. Unequivocally changed it.
The so called benefits of small amounts alcohol (especially wine) have been touted for centuries when it comes to cardiovascular
health
. Four days ago the World
Heart
Federation officially changed the message. Unequivocally changed it.
chrisw740
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British Liver Trust
2 years ago
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