Struggling With the News that I Have Mild to Moderate Coronary Artery Disease...I found out after having a CT angiogram that I have mild to moderate coronary artery disease with a 50% blockage in my left arterial (the main stem, I think...reactions1comment
6-1/2 Years and Doing Pretty Well: What's Worked For Me...Sorry, this is a long one. This is my story. In 2016 at age 62, I had a massive heart attack with 100% blockage of my LAD (the Windowmaker) while...reactions1comment
How can I find work with congestive heart failure?...Between my CHF and other health conditions... my current job is just too restrictive. I have to take my diuretic on my days off, and I had to get ADA...reactions24repliesTips & AdviceWork & EmploymentSleep
The Way I'm Wired...I was transplanted 7 years ago and everything has gone great for the most part. Until about 4 years ago, I began to have problems with my external wires. I...reactionscomments
Christmas coming up...Always a fun exciting time BUT I am responsible for shopping for 7 grandkids & 5 adults. Just the thought of this is exhausting!! I am buying online as much...reactions9repliesEjection FractionCoping
Understanding and Coping with Premature Ejaculation...Hey everyone, I've been struggling with premature ejaculation for a while now, and it's really taking a toll on my confidence and relationship. I'm wondering if anyone here has experienced...reactions3repliesHealthcare Team
What I Learned About Getting an Echocardiogram...If you are getting an echocardiogram for the first time, you might have some questions. How long does it take? Does it hurt? What kind of clothing should I wear?...reactionscomments
Genetics ...I was recently tested for Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy and am positive for the TTn variant. Another test will be done for “cardiomyopathy, arrhythmic” genetics. Can anyone suggest a good information...reactions4replies
PLC: Submerging in Water After 11 Years!...Disclaimer: Please do not try this at home. Consult your medical team prior to water activities. I have not fully submerged in a bathtub, pool, the ocean, creek, spring, a...reactionscomments
Farxiga plus Spiranolactone to help LVF?...Hi Was wondering if anyone's doc suggested this combination along with Entresto for left ventricular function. It is supposed to help patients with decreased EF remain stable. My doc suggested...reactions14replies
Types of Coronary Artery Lesions...Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a very common heart condition. The coronary arteries are blood vessels in the heart that supply blood to the heart itself. In CAD, cholesterol builds...reactions2comments
Walking for My Heart Health...Finding the courage to make the change you need to make for your health can be daunting and overwhelming. I want to tell you though, you can do this. There...reactions1comment
What medicines on heart attack ...What types of medicines should take when we have mild attack. Also what types of medicines will lead to heart attack...reactions6replies
Palpatations...Hello. Have had pvcs my whole life, they started 5 weeks ago and have progressively gotten worse to the tune of 20 to 25000 a day, tonight as I sit...reactions4replies
Things I Wish I Knew...I started my heart journey at 25 years old and there is so much that I wish I was aware of in my younger years. When I was diagnosed with...reactionscomments
question about pain...I recently experiencing crushing pain across entire chest (dropped to my knees) then spread to my back and was accompanied by a sharp bolt along my bra line from left...reactions2replies
What Has Been Your Experience with Your Pacemaker?...My dr is suggesting I get a pacemaker but I’m scared. Any of you have one & like to share your opinion? I’m 67 and get fatigued very easily. My...reactions32replies
Should I be on some kind of medicine ...I have congestive heart but the doctors only gave me blood pressure pills and pee pill shouldn't there be other pills or ,I can hardly walk my left leg I...reactions6repliesCoping
TEE Procedure ...TEE procedure before cardioaversion? Had heart scan in June that showed no clots. Since then screws around with warfarin to know avail. Started Eliquis two weeks ago and after 3...reactions3repliesTreatment
