ATTR-CM(Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy)If you are having shortness of breath and the doctor dont know why, it might be that you have ATTR-CM. It can be hard to diagnose and awareness of the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Heart attackYes I have swelling in my abdomen I have had a quadruple p By pass and later a bypass the bypass now I have CHF congested heart failure so I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptomsComorbiditiesDiagnosis
Bypass Surgery in Older PatientsI am 72 years old and have had CHF for 34 years. I was told that the doctor feels I should have bypass surgery, most likely multiple bypasses. I would...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSurgeryComorbiditiesAging
XFL - Exercise for LifeI was diagnosed with heart failure at a 20% ejection rate in January 2020. No heart disease. But I have left bundle branch blockage. After a period of exercise follow...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesExercise
Amlodipine and orthopneaHas anyone experienced worsening shortness of breath when laying down after starting amlodipine? I wonder if the beta blockers have caused reduced heart contractility leading to the feeling of increased...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesEjection FractionSleep
headachesI have high blood pressure and take amlodipine and atenolol. My heart rate is low. I have terrible headaches and doc ordered me to take tylenol. That makes the headaches...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSide Effects
DyingI have been told that I may die around Christmas because of CHF. I feel so alone as family in denial!...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Has anyone found relief for coughing?Recently, a community member shared that his constant coughing is making it very difficult to talk and asked for some advice to make it less agonizing. Does anyone have any...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & AdviceCopingSymptoms
Would you smoke pot with a pacemaker?Would you smoke pot now that you have a pacemaker?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
Meditation PracticesHello, my name is Craig Sanders, and I'm excited to join the forum. I am 42 year-old and living with heart failure. Does anyone want to share a few links...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies