Borderline Depressed Left Ventricular Function...Help. I recently underwent an MRI. One of the impressions said I have a borderline depressed left ventricular function at EF 55%. What does that mean? It sounds really serious...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
Changing the Narrative...As with most things in life, there are some stigmas and preconceived ideas that people have about things. Often times these come from a place of ignorance, or simply bad...reactions1comment
How can we prevent our self from Sudden Cardiac Arrest?...Can anyone please let me know how we prevent our selfs from Sudden Cardiac Arrest?...reactions2repliesAwarenessHealthcare TeamTreatment
Hi there!...This is Marjan Ferdous. I am new to this forum. Good day, All!...reactions5repliesAwarenessDiet & NutritionHealthcare Team
What are the ways to avoid Heart Attack?...Can anyone let me know some of the ways to avoid a Heart Attack?...reactions4repliesAwarenessTreatmentHealthcare Team
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...reactions2replies
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...reactions2repliesDiagnosisNewly 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...reactionscomments
What are the Major Symptoms of Heart Attack...Can anyone let me know what are the Major signs and symptoms of a Heart Attack?...reactions5repliesAwarenessSymptomsTreatment
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...reactions1replyHealthcare 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...reactions2comments
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...reactions9comments
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?!!...reactions4replies
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...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions38repliesFriends & 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...reactions16comments
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...reactionscomments
Myocardial Perfusion Scan...Has anyone had this test and the consultant was unable to interpret the images?...reactions5replies
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...reactions2comments
