Congestive Heart FailureAbout 7 years ago I went to Parkland Hospital. My legs and feet were swollen, and I had bed bug bites on...reactionscomments
No InformationMy heart doctor left. I have a new one that did not show up for my appointment, but the physician's assistant did...reactions1comment
My storyLow heart rate. Pacemaker installed. I had been feeling ok for 4 weeks, but then my heart rate went up to 105...reactions1comment
Broken heartI was diagnosed four years ago with broken heart syndrome. I have chronic systolic heart failure, congestive heart failure, and dilated cardiomyopathy...reactions1comment
Now I Lay Me Down to SleepHonestly, heart failure is a colossal pain in the butt. There are good days and bad days, like with anything else. The...reactions8comments
Other Things to Bring to the HospitalMake sure to bring eyeglasses if you wear them. Another thing to consider if you are a reader is to take a...reactions1comment
Unsure About the FutureTwenty-one years ago I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease and underwent six months of chemo and six months of radiation. The blockage...reactions3comments
My Heroes are My Kids!I developed heart failure and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) during the pandemic. Can you not have the worst luck? I could not...reactions1comment
Pulmonary HypertensionI was diagnosed with left-sided diastolic heart failure in January 2022, and later I was told I had pulmonary hypertension too. I...reactions2comments
How I Remember to Take All of My MedsI use two daily pill cases: one for the morning pills and one for the evening pills. I set an alarm on...reactions2comments
Congestive Heart FailureHi, my name is Francine, and I was diagnosed in 2018. When I was hospitalized, I found out I had fluid in...reactions1comment
Stage-Four Congestive Heart FailureSo I was diagnosed in 2021 with a hidden heart attack, then stage-four congestive heart failure (CHF), then an autoimmune disorder attacked...reactions4comments
Double Dose!I was diagnosed with stage four congestive heart failure (CHF) on January 8, 2021, and since then, I was doing alright until...reactionscomments
HF and FatigueThis may be a helpful hint for fighting fatigue. I have found what appears to work for me is to keep myself...reactionscomments
When I Was First DiagnosedWhen I was first diagnosed with heart failure I thought my life was over. The doctors told me that I'd have to...reactions5comments
ConfusedIn November, 2021, I unexpectedly had my leg amputated during my three-month stay. Doctors said I have AFib, which was discovered with...reactionscomments
From Cardiomyopathy to Heart Failure - and How a CRT-D is a Wonderful InventionI was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy when I was 38 and have lived with the ups and downs of that for 22...reactions4comments
Change of HeartWhen I was 48 I was diagnosed with breast cancer! A mastectomy and chemotherapy followed. The chemo was very intense and lasted...reactionscomments
A Stressful Living SituationI had my second heart failure about ten days ago. The doctors want me to rest, stay calm, and minimize anxiety and...reactionscomments
Does This Mean Something?I am an 80-year-old guy who just wants to live his life without complaint. I love life and people. I ride a...reactionscomments
