Sorry to hear that you are having a difficult time. Nothing any worse than not knowing what is causing health issues.
My Dr. was telling me about the drug Farxiga used for heart failure with reduced EF, and that it was a promising drug. He said it is used a lot with patients that has diabetes, but has found to help without diabetes, for heart failure. I already take entresto and a beta blocker and don't want to really take another drug to feel badly, for I also take 5mg every other night of statin. Drugs, drugs, drugs; from no drugs much to all pills. Has anyone taken Farxiga,? I think it has not been out to… read more
I know how stressful it is when a new drug is recommended by your doctor, my list of drugs for my heart, diabetes and RA are getting longer and more complicated as I age, but I’m thankful for the… read more
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1st off 89% of people in the US eat Garbage fast food and "PreBuilt Trash with approved additives in them as opposed to food grown within 10 miles of your residence... many younger… read more
Hugs, posatives and prayers for you!
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First Transcatheter Tricuspid Regurgitation Treatment Approved… read more
Does anyone else have obstructive hypertrophic cardiomapathy? I would would like to discuss experiences as there are not too many of us on this board.
I have left ventricle obstructive and dont know what my diagnosis is exactly . the Dr info wasn't very clear to me Just said my heart didnt rest like it should ! just wanted to ask me symptoms… read more
I am taking two a day. I have noticed a shortness of breath upon exertion. Has anyone else run into this problem? I understand shortness of breath can be a side effect while on this med.
I know not everyone can take the Amiodarone …….tell your doctor if you think you are having issues with it. How many mg. do you take a day????
I had a Cardiologist appt this week that was ok, Thankful. My Cardiologist was telling me of a new medication approve now for heart failure patient with low EF, it is a med that is given to type 2 dietbetc, ( I forgot the exact name), she said it has few side effects. I am scheduled for an echo in May and if my EF is low, she recommended the new drug. Have anyone heard of the medication? I hate to add another pill to my daily intake.😔, but may try it. I hope my echo increases or stay the same… read more
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My device is monitored by my hospital and they will call me and if I don't answer my phone they activate my GPS and send an ambulance to my location. If I'm home or out,… read more
I have read and heard that CoQ10 helps when you are on Statins, for I take 5mg every other night, wants to get of but my Dr. suggested not to because of CAD disease. opinion on the supplement.
My cardiologist suggested to take. For me, it gives me energy, so I must take it early in the day. I do take low dose statin. Also, I read that if one has CHF , it is a good supportive supplement… read more
I had joint issues and GI issues. Stopped taking it.