Cholestrol dilemma...my Apo B is 100 mg/dl. This is OK. My Apo A1 is 137 mg/dl. Should be>115. Ratio Apo B/Apo A1=0.73. Should be <0.77. My Lipoprotein (a) is 104 mmol/L...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Cough...I am 38 years old. I have had a cough for 7 months since COVID. I started having shortness of breath and went to the ER. They diagnosed me with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
Enter Our Giveaway for National Heart Month!...The National Heart Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! In recognition of National Heart Month, we're giving away one 40 oz Stanley tumbler and one $50...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are the Major Symptoms of Heart Attack...Can anyone let me know what are the Major signs and symptoms of a Heart Attack?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAwarenessSymptomsTreatment
How can High Blood Pressure lead to get Heart Attack?...Nowadays most people are effecting by Heart attacks irrespective of age. There are some causes that can lead to getting Heart attacks. High blood pressure is one of them, Can...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesHealthcare TeamMental Health Awareness
Who I Lean on For Support: My Best Friend...When it comes to who I lean on for support one person comes to mind and that's my best friend. Better known as my soulmate. Most humans use the word...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Do I Manage this Low Salt Diet?...When I was first diagnosed with heart failure, managing a low-salt diet was very overwhelming, and frankly scary. Not only was it hard to wrap my head around and figure...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
My injection fraction is 35%...It isn’t getting any better after a yr of being on medication. My cardiologist said there is nothing else to do except a pacemaker. Surely there is?!!...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Heart Failure and Cardiology Doctors...I was with a VA doctor for years. As my heart became more of a problem I realized my doctor was just not keeping me informed and was not really...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Telling Loved Ones About Your Heart Failure Diagnosis...After getting news of a serious illness like heart failure, you will likely turn to family and friends for support. Here are some things to think about before you share...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 5 days agoWho 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
Hidden from the Heart...I tried to ignore the symptoms of heart failure until I was a patient with heart failure, pneumonia, and a blood count of seven. It was too much to hide...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Let's Have a Heart-to-Heart for National Heart Month!...February is National Heart Month, and Heart Failure Awareness Week is February 12 to 18. This year we want to bring awareness to the importance of connection and emotional support...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Myocardial Perfusion Scan...Has anyone had this test and the consultant was unable to interpret the images?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Coping With a New Diagnosis of Heart Failure...Receiving a new medical diagnosis can be shocking. Learning you have a chronic or terminal health condition can feel jarring and emotional. It is normal to feel a range of...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What are the types of Coronary Lesions?...There are so many symptoms and conditions that can effect Heart. Among them Coronary Lesions is one condition. Can any one let me know What are the types of Coronary...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesHealthcare TeamAwarenessDiagnosis
Why Am I Crying?!!...Personally, I found it a challenge at times to manage my emotions after my second heart attack. I suffered from spontaneous bouts of crying, intrusive thoughts at random times, or...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Learning About My LVAD...An LVAD stands for a left ventricular assist device. It is a device prescribed to patients who are in end-stage or advanced heart failure. It is a mechanical pump and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the true impact of heart failure?...*This survey is now closed* We are conducting a survey to better understand the patient experience and realities of heart failure. By taking this survey, you can help everyone better...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessResearch & Clinical Trials
Finding My Voice Again...“Strive to find your own voice; the longer you wait to begin the less likely you are to find it all.” -Robin Williams After suffering my second stroke, I was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
