Heart disease
Questions + Answers
Are you more anxious since becoming diagnosed? What ways had you tried to deal with it?
When the Drs. told me the seriousness of my condition, I really couldn't believe it. This heart attack , although it wasn't as bad to me, had done a lot… read more
ring the day with dizzy spells . My doctor advised taking meds at night instead of in the morning. I did this but awake a
I have had spells of dizziness and nausea during the day. My doctor advised me to take meds at night instead of daytime. I tried this but I wake with a terrible headache. Anyone have the same or have advice?
Go back to go maybe meds need changing at least you can chat to dr and he may be able to reassure you best regards jean
Has anyone in group had their defibrillator replaced? Mine is about 7yrs old. They say its pretty minor.
What is the normal cholesterol for somone with heart condition
Angioplasty and stents
How long to the stents last? Do they ever colapse...and if they do what happens?
thinking about using yoga .. but i am not sure if that is for me .. What does the group think ?
I walk my dogs twice a day. Play golf when I can.
Should I be worried if my bp sitting is like 134/84 & my standing bp is like 70/42
Yes, very definitely, you should be very concerned! I had that problem , kept fainting until they finally discovered I have orthostatic hypotension!… read more
Do you have a “Go” bag prepared if there is a need for an emergency evacuation? Any advice you would share?
I have all mine in 1 bag at all times plus prescription with meds on in case. I'm away inhalers and nitroglycerin spray in hand bag I also take … read more
Pacemaker
Who has had a pacemaker put in. Did it help?
Me too. My ICD gave me a second chance. I need to be reminded some days to slow down. My answer to them is I will when I'm 6 feet under. I live life to… read more
Re: Healthy Eating
Can members recommend foods that they believe are beneficial to theirhealth and well being. Starting off with my favourites: Cherries, bananas, apples,avocado pears,mangos blueberries, + most other fruits, vegetables especially green coloured, honey, oats, cereal, gluten free flour and other cakes and biscuits make with gluten free flour, ginger and garlic and most herbs like Rosemary, Any others you would like to share?