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Hi. My Medical Aid Bennifits Does Not Allow Me To See Any Specialists Or Cardiologist . All Consultation Will Be At My Costs. I'm A Pensione

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are a few tips to help manage your heart health and medical costs:

1. Primary Care Doctor: Work closely with your primary care doctor, who can manage many… read more

June 20

If I Quit Smoking Then How Do I Cope When The Craving Starts

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

It is very hard, 2 years smoke free here and still sometimes the urge comes back. But then I look down at my foot with two less toes and how it's affected my mobility, my resolve strengthens and I… read more

June 20

Will Walking Help With My Misbeat Or Palpation After Quitting Smoking

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

It can't hurt as long as the doctor agrees. Start slow and don't push yourself and see if you can take some magnesium that helps me keep my PACs under control. It only helps if you are low on… read more

June 21

I Want To Quit Smoking But Finding It Very Difficult To Do So.

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Quitting smoking can be challenging, but it's a crucial step for improving your heart health. Here are some strategies to help you quit:

- Set Quit Days: Choose specific days to reduce or stop… read more

June 20

If I Quit Smoking Can I Substitute By Using A Vapor Machine

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Discuss this with your primary care doctor. There are many options to help you to quit, but nothing will work unless you are seriously committed to quitting. I know this as a former smoker for 40… read more

June 23

Hi . While Having These Misbeats Or Palpitations , I Am Still Smoking. Can This Be The Cause Of These Symptoms

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

It is not helping that is for sure. Quitting is not easy but it sure is worth it. Get help from the doctor if you need to. Hugs🤗

June 21

Hi. Do I Need To See A Cardiologist If My Heart Skips A Beat Or Sometimes It Just Beats Very Fast.

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Lotus Park Isipingo
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thank you for the advice. I will see a cardiologist.

June 20

Are You Frustrated With Finding Effective Treatments For Heart Disease?

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San Francisco, CA
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Pauline, I didn't realize they would do more than 5 stents. That is interesting. My diagnosis was attributed to radiation damage from Hodgkins treatment (which apparently they have more innovative… read more

2 days ago

Need The Zoom Link For The 7 Pm Meeting

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St Augustine Beach, FL
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Still waiting to hop on lol . Doing better last 2-3 weeks were tough .Cleveland dropped my B/P 81/52 my Dr here took me off those meds when I was on Metoprolol I was ok but they added spirolactone un… read more

June 19

Reminder Zoom Support Meeting Tonight Tuesday, June 18, 2024 7-8 PM Eastern Time Here Is The Link: Https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85093914982

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Roswell, GA

This month's topic - is Open Chat, Talk about anything you want. Problems, questions, let us know how you are doing, and anything you want to share with the group.

All meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7-8 PM Eastern Time. 6-7 PM Central Time, 5-6 PM Mountain Time, 4-5 PM Pacific Time, 2-3 PM, Alaska Time, 1-2 PM Hawaii Time.

No waiting room, password, or registration is needed. Just click the link above to join. Please join us at any time during the meeting. meeting… read more

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