What tips for keeping CHF awayJust got back from cardiologist. My afib caused me to go into heart failure. I had a cardiac ablation the day before symptoms occurred. Later that day couldn't breathe went...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
Blood vessel breaking Twice I had a blood vein break under ankle & couldn't walk for the day. Had swelling with bruising. I was wondering how, common is this & what symptoms did...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Everyday living with heart failure I have severe LVSD which means the left atrium is none functioning I have a new 3 lead please Recently implanted However I’m Still extremely short of breath and get...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesCoping
living with Heart Failurehow often does a cardiologist need to see you when you have heart Failure? I feel like every 6 months no matter what does not go for every person....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCoping
How do you cope with the summer heat?The summer months, and higher heat and humidity, can cause those with heart failure to overheat--sometimes even feeling sick, nauseous, and dizzy. How do you cope with summer heat and...Reactions0reactionsComments192 repliesCoping
Chest Pain/DiscomfortHello everyone! I saw a post about chest pain last year but didn't see many responses. I was hoping those who experience chest pain/discomfort might describe it. I get chest...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCoping
Urgency, indentation. losing urineHi! My name is Felisa you can call me fefe for short. I take 1mg bumex daily and spirolactone 25mg daily. Sometimes I go frequently, sometimes not so much. I...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesCopingSymptoms
Has heart failure affected your mental health? What has helped you cope?There is a direct connection between emotional and physical health. Having a chronic illness is associated with increases in depression and anxiety, which can then lead to more physical health...Reactions0reactionsComments38 repliesDepressionCopingMental Health
Medication Side EffectsSometimes certain medications make us feel "off," worse, or even sick because we experience side effects. Every person is different, and different medications can impact people in various ways. Have...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCopingSide Effects
Red wineHas anyone been diagnosed with LVEF 25% and been so good but then a week later just fancied a bottle of red wine? I feel fine...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping