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Major Weight Gain Over Weekend. What Could Be The Causes.
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭

I’ve got a diagnosis of atrial flutter, congestive heart failure, and unspecified cardiomyopathy. I had an abulation (sp) back in August. I’ve been doing well since then, until today. Gained 4.5 pounds over the weekend. Could this be all water retention?

Discussion On Cardiomyopathy And Ejection Fractions Below 35 %. Early Medical Monday.
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Elliot Brown, MD, Director of Cardiac Outreach, The Valley Hospital, and Stuart Barr, MD, Cardiologist, sit down to discuss cardiomyopathy and ejection fractions below 35 percent.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egcE01Nkz0Q

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thanks. I still don’t know how I have been living for over eight years with an EF of 10-15. The body is an amazing machine.

posted 11 hours ago
Beets Are A Good Resource For Those With Heart Health Issues. It Helps Promote Better Blood Circulation, Opens The Arteries
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Adding beets to your diet can help promote better heart health. Talk with your Dr and if you haven't yet try talking to a dietician about foods to help heart health.
Curcumin and garlic are also foods that can be added to help reduce inflammation and lower Blood pressure. Just ask your Dr first if your on anticoagulants and or BP meds.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thanks! I love me some beets.

posted 16 hours ago
I Have Afib And Flutters, Misfire In My Heart. It Takes So Long To Get Into Appointments And I Worry About Heart Attack.
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Electrical miss fire. I feel all the symptoms especially at night.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I used to be where you are. Caused irradic BP , poor blood circulation, palpitations, pains constantly sometimes I felt like I was gonna die or wanted too. They wanted to put me on meds to control… read more

posted 23 hours ago
I Have Afib And Flutters, Misfire In My Heart. It Takes So Long To Get Into Appointments And I Worry About Heart Attack.
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Does Anyone Know About Triamterene 37.5-25 CAPS?
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I wondering about all the side effects it has.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Good luck 🍀 I hope you get the answers you need!!!

posted 13 hours ago
How Long Is The Recovery Period From TAVR
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What Are The Best Exercises And Other Steps To Prepare For The Surgery?
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I will be having aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair or replacement and a Maze. I also have serious osteoarthritis in one hip; replacement has to wait on the cardio work.

What Causes Electrical Problems In The Heart? Any Information Would Be GREATLY Appreciated!
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I have a Pacemaker because the electrical system in my heart is not working.

I Have Been Diagnosed With 3 Blockages 1 @ 50% And 2 @60%. Atherosclerosis, LAD, CAD, Etc. Is That Considered CHF?
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I would ask your doctor.

posted 19 hours ago
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