palpitationsI underwent bypass surgery 3 years ago, I feel great, strong and also train well. My blood pressure is perfect a little low. But my pulse is twice as high...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsMedical Devices
Heart Defibrillator I am pleased to say I had a defibrillator inserted today. I give thanks to God all went well and I am resting in the hospital overnight for observation. Gloria...Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
Heart failureI started getting breathless while relaxing in my sofa without any exertion. My bp was high~200/100. Dr first treated me for it. Then my pulse rate continued to be high...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
ICD battery I have to have the battery replaced in my ICD soon. Has anyone else had to do this? Has anyone been shocked after?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Heart issues.Hi. I am a 74 year old female with aortic stenosis which was diagnose three years ago. I ve recently gone from skinny 49kg to 55kg (most of the weight...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
ef lowI first had low e f about 15 years ago. it was 20/25.Ihad open heart surgery and it came back up 40/45. I had a pacemaker put in 9 years...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Multiple Issues, Not Just HFI would like to know how one copes with multiple diseases including HF (20% EF). Mentally, it is a challenge for me to stay positive. I have Chronic Pancreatitis, Chronic...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesEjection FractionCopingDepression
FeaturedDoes anyone have bad abdominal swelling?Does anyone have bad abdominal swelling? I have it so bad if I bend over can't breathe....Reactions0reactionsComments118 repliesSymptoms
Who do you usually turn to for support? Living with heart failure can be overwhelming, but having connections can make a big difference in managing it and improving mental health. Having a support system of friends and family...Reactions0reactionsComments28 repliesFriends & FamilyMental Health Coping
Whom To Trust, That Is My Question I have been fooling around with my cardiac condition since it became undeniably obvious, or a full Sudden Cardiac Arrest in June of 2003. Survival of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosis