I am sorry, my doctors are in Atlanta and that is too far for you to travel. Do a search in your area and surrounding areas and see who you can find and then make sure they will take your insurance… read more
That is so true. My husband and I were both having major falling-apart issues last year. Since we struggled to take care of one another, we included friends, neighbors, and family to help us. So… read more
I was diagnosed with heart failure for the first time almost a year ago but probably had it long before it was diagnosed. After seeing an inept cardiologist for about four years, I changed doctors; the new one ordered a pacemaker, got it July 29, new type, in heart. Started retaining water; Aug. 29 in E.R. for heart failure. Put n all kinds of diuretics, etc., less than two weeks later completely dehydrated, kidney failure. (I had stage 4 already). Lost 60 pounds since then, got my meds cut… read more
Portia, This is very serious, but I have had to laugh at your post!😂You have my prayers dear, but I'm pretty darned sure you are going to come through this okay. You have an awesome sense of humor and… read more
and what have you heard about how good or bad they are for your heart?? and if you still have them how many a week ?????
With the Egg beaters….I love green peppers, red peppers, onions & tomatoes with one slice of cheddar cheese minted on top when done. Delicious 🙂
That’s funny that’s how I got into this mess . My first cardio kept telling me I looked good never listened . Found a new cardio . Much better 💕
hello everyone, here we go with another variant of Covid (Omicron) from South Africia; very contagious. After all these vaccine and booster, Praying they help. I don't think we will ever be Covid free in this world. It can be stressful after doing all you can to stay away from this killing and suffering pandemic and having heart disease. Does anyone else feels the same?
My dear friend age 76 active and in good health just contracted Covid and is “miserably sick” and she is not one to complain. She is fully vaccinated including the updated vaccine that became… read more
I have a pacemaker about 4 1/2 years due to afib and was diagnosed with COPD with pulmonary Hypertention. I've had asthma since I was 5 years old I am now 76 years old. I also had breast cancer 20 years ago. I also was diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis about 8 yrs ago. Now between not breathing and heart failure I am exhausted and just miserable 24hrs a day. I want to turn the pacemaker. Any one else feel so defeated?
UK Cardiologist explains cardiac implantable electronic devices. In this video, you will learn about the different types of cardiac implantable electronic devices. Pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy devices, implantable cardiac defibrillators, and loop recorders. I hope you enjoy the video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIi--IrHfas
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I normally have a low pulse but what gets my attention is hearing my heart beat in my ear. It’s actually comforting.