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I Get Pain Under My Rib Cage And All Around And Short Of Breath Does Any One Else Get This , I Also Have A Hiatal ,hernia ,that It Might Be

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Davenport, IA

Do Those Of You That Have Pacemakers Find Your Physical Abilities Have Slowed Down? Do They Vary And Not Consistant?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Great Neck Plaza, NY

I have had a pacemaker for 2 years and am 70. I was very active before, but now I have had to slow down my life.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Some people living with pacemakers have reported experiencing discomfort and trouble sleeping, which can affect their day-to-day life. If you feel irritated or impatient after having a pacemakerread more

July 11

I Wake Up At Night Sopping Wet With Sweat. I Saw Somewhere That Heart Failure Will Make You Do This. Has Anyone Been Diagnosed For This ? If

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chattanooga, TN

Congestive heart failure. (I don’t know which stage)

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

That’s a good tip. My heart dr said it wasn’t my heart but I don’t believe him.
I got Veozah from my GP and it actually help some. I still have sweaty nights but not EVERY night.
Good luck to you 💕

September 1

In 3 Weeks Is This Possible ?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cameron Park, CA

I wish I could post the screenshots

How does one total cholesterol go from 215 to 248 in just 3 weeks ?
My LDL rose which raised my total cholesterol by 30 points
from 12/21/23 =215
To 1/12/24 = 248
😩

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I was thinking that
I never eat the way I ate on Xmas n New Years Eve

Hopefully in a few mths it’ll at least be back to 215 not great but better than these numbers

Thank you so much 🤗🤗

January 14

What Do Others Do About The Consistent Coughing Up? It' Is Clear Fluid Wet Nose.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Merced, CA

Diagnosed with cardiomyopathy in 2004 ' from HiV drugs and virus' progression to Congestive Heart failure 2021. In care with cardiologist' meds to take fluid off my heart.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

If you are experiencing a persistent cough with clear fluid, it could be related to excess fluid in the lungs, which is a symptom of heart failure. Here are some steps others take:

- Consult a… read more

July 11

MY Aortic Valveis Moderate To Severe. When Would I Need Surgery?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Flint, MI

my peak is 3.78 peak Grad57.27 Mean 2.73 Mean Grad 33.32 AV VTI 84.76

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

For severe aortic stenosis, surgery is typically required when the valve is too diseased to repair and to ensure proper blood flow out of the heart. The decision on the timing and type of surgery… read more

July 11

I Just Home Tested Positive For Covid And I Have CHF. What Should I Be Concerned About?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lake Havasu City, AZ
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

If you have not done so yet call your Dr. both your Cardiologist and your primary and let them know. Make sure you wear a mask every where you go. I too had Covid and had the shots and a vaccine… read more

January 13

My Cardiologist Just Prescribed CHLORTHALIDONE 25 Mg. Does Anyone Else Take This And How About Side Effects?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fort Lauderdale, FL
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hygroton, also known as Chlorthalidone, is a diuretic used to manage hypertension and treat edema associated with congestive heart failure. Common side effects include:

- Headache
- Dizziness
-… read more

July 11

My Cardiologist Just Prescribed CHLORTHALIDONE 25 Mg. Does Anyone Else Take This And How About Side Effects?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fort Lauderdale, FL
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hygroton, also known as Chlorthalidone, is a diuretic used to manage hypertension and treat edema associated with congestive heart failure. Common side effects include:

- Headache
- Dizziness
-… read more

July 11

How Do You Get Rid Of A Cardiac Cough?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
St. Louis, MO
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