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My Cardiologist Never Tells Me Anything. He Always Tells Me I Am Holding My Own, But What Does That Mean??
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I have had a heart attack, heart failure, SVT, chronic systolic heart failure. I am sure I would like to hear more than I am just holding my own. Never has he explained any of these conditions to me no matter how may times I have tried to get some understanding of them. Some help please, I am very close to being 68 soon😥

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Get a note book take notes how you feel And tell him how you feel. See how that goes. If you are really frustrated finding a Doctor sure takes effort. If you have church friends ask others who they go… read more

How Long Can You Live With Heart Failure? Google Vs. Reality
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Today's Monday Medical Video is about Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Life Expectancy - Google vs. Reality. One of the first questions we ask when diagnosed is, "How long will I live?" The answer to the question is a bit depressing if you Google the answer. Learn the reality of the situation and put the depression to rest in this information episode about the reality of life expectancy with CHF. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibvnSv10nU4&amp...

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@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member Thanks so much for your comment and for sharing your story here with others. I am so glad you are here and got that second chance, my friend. Hugs🤗

Just Wanted To Share This Resource About Living With Advanced Heart Failure. Https://ourhearthub.ca/living-with-advanced-heart-failure/
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Living with Advanced Heart Failure Our Heart Hub
Living with Advanced Heart Failure Our Heart Hub
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Sorry to hear this. I lost my Joey three days before my heat attack in May 2022. I had to put him down because I loved him so much and knew it was time. Animals should not suffer.

Have You Ever Heard Of The Heart And Kidney Connection? Today's Medical Monday Video Explains How They Are Linked.
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What You Need to Know About the Heart and Kidney Connection
The heart and kidneys are linked together, so problems in one can lead to problems in the other. If you have heart disease or kidney disease, Dr. Blake Shusterman a kidney doctor in Greenville, SC, explains why you need to be paying attention to the other one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT7DC9H70fs

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Good Morning. It Is National Sponge Cake Day.. Enjoy Your Day.
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Good morning SusanHarper I am sorry to hear this but if you are who I think you are then you know me a bit. I say if you have a doctor especially like this one. Find another doctor don't waste your… read more

I Am Looking For A Diet Plan That Addresses End Stage Renal Failure And Congestive Heart Disease. I Also Want A Prognosis".
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I Have CHF.How Long Do People Live When They Have This.
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How long do you live with CHF? As long as You do the right things, 30 years. Originally, I was told I would need valve replacement. Time came, no replacement. At year 8, still no replacement. Now… read more

Has Anyone Heard Of The Heart Brain Device Thats Being Used On Heart Failure
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Hugs, posatives and prayers for you!

How Serious Is My Feet And Abdomin Swell. If I Have Co Justice Heatt Failure
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Congestive Heart Failure

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I’m taking Lasix once a day. I see cardio doc next week and will have him address the dosage.

Today's Medical Monday Video What Are Safe Exercises After Heart Failure?
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Alex Angeli, MA, an exercise physiologist with Sharp HealthCare in San Diego, demonstrates safe exercises after heart failure. Before you start any exercises or program talk to your doctor to make sure the exercise you are doing will be safe for you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4jjXtuOdXM

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