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I Am Assuming That There Must Be Degrees Of Congestive Heart Failure. My Symptoms Are Fatigue, Fluid Retention, Bloating

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Brockville, Ontario Canada
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thank you Kay 🙂

12 hours ago

Are My Legs Ever Going To Go Down From Swelling?

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Robstown, TX

I am taking about 6 different pills for : High blood pressure and Congestve heart failure and swollen legs and feet

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I ended up in the hospital and my husband asked if they would keep me there to make sure the pill form of my medication was working. It did and it I haven’t had a problem since then

November 10

Doctor Says I Need Mitral Valve Surgery. CAN Ihave A Non Knvasive Instead Of Open Heart

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Mitral valve surgery can often be performed using minimally invasive techniques instead of open-heart surgery. Here are some key points:

- Minimally Invasive Procedures: These can include… read more

November 9

What Is The Ideal Heart Rate While Exercising?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Davvenport, FL

I had a heart attack in 2021 and have recently added cardio exercise to my daily walking exercise. I was never told the heart rate I should strive for while exercising and assumed the higher, the better. However, a health care professional just told me that a heart rate over 100 was hurting and not helping. Anyone have any information on this? I will ask my cardiologist when I see him in a few weeks but was wondering if anyone had any information or experience that might shed some light on… read more

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Go to resource loads of info just key in what you want to know😍 sending you a hugKay8

7 days ago

I Have Newly Diagnosed Diastolic Heart Failure. Does Anyone Know Of A Good Instructional Video Or Info On How To Spot Edema In Abdomen?

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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thank you for the hug 😉

November 11

Can I Get Some Help In Support Of My Disability Claim With The V.A. Due To My Heart Failure Resolved By Implanting A Pacemaker?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Danville, CA

I’m a combat veteran having served two tours in Vietnam. I’ve been diagnosed with PTSD, and I believe my heart failure was brought on because of the ongoing stress of my service connected PTSD.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Certainly! Here are some steps and tips to help support your VA disability claim for heart failure, especially considering your service-connected PTSD:

1. Complete Your Application
- Fill out the… read more

November 9

Is There A Better Way To To Correct A Fib Then Cardio Inversion?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Palmyra, PA
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Are there better ways to correct AFib than cardioversion?

There are several treatment options for atrial fibrillation (AFib) beyond cardioversion, which include:

1. Medications
-… read more

November 9

Can You Use Cbd Gummies 8 Weeks Post Cardiac Bypass Surgery

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Naples, FL
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

It's important to consult your cardiologist or healthcare provider before using CBD gummies or any new treatment after cardiac bypass surgery. They can help you weigh the potential risks and benefits… read more

November 9

There Are Sharp Pains On The Right Side Of My Chest, Are They The Same As The Left Side?

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Harker Heights, TX
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member
I would advise you to go to the ER and get checked, because it isn't on the left side doesn't rule out a HA. I went to the ER for an uncontrollable asthma attack or so I… read more

November 9

Abnormal Heart

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Stearns, KY
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Welcome to our site and I am sending you a hug Kay8

7 days ago
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