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For me it was Slow K. Dr prescribed Lasixs and and spiractin only and not to take slow K and that seems to do the trick.
I have had echo cardio gram and e k g and stress test blood work and the cardio doctor had never said I have it was wondering if anyone on here has and how it was diagnosed and just because someone had swollen ankle occasionally does not make mean they have it some of the meds the doctor put you on for the heart suchas metopolo canothers can cause swollen ankles norvacs is another one that does that
Mine was caused by a virus
I’ve got a diagnosis of atrial flutter, congestive heart failure, and unspecified cardiomyopathy. I had an abulation (sp) back in August. I’ve been doing well since then, until today. Gained 4.5 pounds over the weekend. Could this be all water retention?
Since you have heart failure, I would assume that it is fluid retention that is causing the weight gain. Watch your salt intake and be sure you are taking your medication. If you are doing all of that… read more
Congestive Heart Failure
I’m taking Lasix once a day. I see cardio doc next week and will have him address the dosage.
Heart failure 3 by passes high cholesterol atrial Fib high blood pressure anxiety depression
Alice, You will probably need 2 doctors: a regular cardiologist and an electro-physologist for the Afib. Do a Google search for cardiologists in your area and read the info. Then do some research on a… read more
Heart failure 3 by passes high cholesterol atrial Fib high blood pressure anxiety depression
Absolutely
I am getting a new valve placed in a couple of weeks. I am so excited to finally get this done. As far as what you can do is reduce stress and over activity. For me stress plays a big part in… read more
Hugs, posatives and prayers for you!
