@A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member, There are a lot of folks with an EF a lot lower, and you should take a minute to check out the CHF (congestive heart failure) group to meet a few. Find it under groups on the main menu.
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May 12
What are the long-term survival stories for people with an ejection fraction of 35–40% who were diagnosed with heart failure over 10 years ago?
First, it's worth knowing that an ejection fraction (EF) of 35–40% falls in the reduced to borderline range. This means the heart isn't pumping as strongly as it should, but many Show Full Answer
What are the long-term survival stories for people with an ejection fraction of 35–40% who were diagnosed with heart failure over 10 years ago?
First, it's worth knowing that an ejection fraction (EF) of 35–40% falls in the reduced to borderline range. This means the heart isn't pumping as strongly as it should, but many people live well beyond the 10-year mark with the right management. Many MyHeartDiseaseTeam members with similar EF levels have shared that they've lived fulfilling lives for 10, 15, even 20+ years after diagnosis. The key factors they often credit include:
- Staying consistent with medications prescribed by their cardiologist
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor heart function
- Heart-healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight
- Appropriate exercise as guided by their doctor
- Managing stress and getting quality sleep
- Quitting smoking if applicable
One important note — research shows that 75% of people with Stage C heart failure (which often includes EF in this range) survive at least five years, and many go well beyond that with active management. The encouraging reality is that heart failure is manageable, not a countdown. Treatments have also improved significantly, giving people diagnosed today even better long-term outlooks. Always keep an open conversation with a cardiologist about any changes in symptoms — catching shifts early makes a real difference.
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