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Septal Myectomy
I just joined the group and am looking forward to connecting with everyone. I had (have) HOCM and had a Septal Myectomy 6 weeks ago. For those looking at a Myectomy, may I suggest you do your homework and if at all possible have it done at...
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New to Forum
I am new to this site, I have a dilated cardiomyopathy dx, genetic cause. In my 50's. Would like to connect with others in the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area for support. - adding here, that I dont have anyone close to talk to and feel...
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ICD MAKING SHOULDER JUMP
ICD implant is making my shoulder jump when I use my left arm. It makes me nauseous and dizzy first, then starts to jerk my shoulder above implant. Does not happen when I use my right arm.
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Waiting with a partial diagnosis. Can anyone offer insight?
I had a HA three weeks ago. No Stent. No open heart surgery. Lots of the standard meds. Low EF of 35-40. Other than pain in center of chest, no other symptoms. I am 53, in above average shape, eat well, and exercise regularly. I felt fine...
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Mitral valve replacement
Hello all. I am a 31 year old mother who just had open heart surgery to replace my mitral valve. I have severe mitral valve regurgitation. Anyway, I am about to hit 4 weeks post op, and I seem to have hit an emotional wall. I feel worthless and that recovery...
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What are the immediate and longterm risks of quitting heart medicine cold turkey?
This concerns my father. Age: 62, caucasian male Location: Greece Weight: 71kg Height: approximately 175cm Diagnosis: dilated cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation (atrial fibrillation stopped after ablation) Other conditions: none
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Psychological Wellbeing Following a Cardiac Event
Have you experienced a Cardiac Event? Would you be interested in sharing your experience to help research? We are conducting a study that is aiming to understand how Coronary Heart Disease may impact ones psychological wellbeing. Specifically,...
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Heart Failure 54y/o female EF 20-25% LifeVest
Well, I’ve been reading posts off and on for about a week and I finally figured out how to post my own. I was diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure April 1, 2019. I still can’t believe it. My mom was in the hospital with a broken ankle...
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Volunteers Needed for Cardiovascular Study
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH STUDY Hello, my name is Thomas V. Parinello, and I am a doctoral candidate in the clinical psychology program at Fielding Graduate University. I am conducting my dissertation research on cardiovascular...
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Baby it's HOT Outside !
As some of you might know, I live in Florida and we are having a crazy HOT Heat Wave! I am finding it very hard to want to go outside and stay active. I think this article has some helpful hints and encourage our members to take a few minutes...
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