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Board: Heart Disorders 04-08-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 246
Posted By Vyking
Re: Nuclear stress test

Hi Refin67,

Basically it means you probably have coronary blockages, which are reversible.
Your Cardio will probably want to do an Angiogram (Cardiac Cath) to determine the location and extent of...
Board: Heart Disorders 01-06-2013, 03:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 321
Posted By Vyking
Re: A question about atrial fibrillation

Hi gladfish,
I don't know much about a-fib maybe others can answer your questions better than I can but..........

I had an attack of a-fib after bypass surgery in 2009, they also gave me an iv to...
Board: Heart Disorders 01-05-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 315
Posted By Vyking
Re: trying t get back my strength after tri-by-pass. energy just not there.

Hi blued2cu2,
If I were you I'd be seeking a second opinion.
I had a triple bypass in Oct 2009 and can honestly say it took me at least 12 months before I started feeling 'normal' again.

I think...
Board: Heart Disorders 11-28-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 679
Posted By Vyking
Re: Heart Diease and unsupportive partner

Olympic2012,
Stress is a major cause of grafts blocking up.
My wife and I separated in Jan this year - this caused me major stress and I started smoking again, I went to the docs to get a script...
Board: Heart Disorders 11-27-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 679
Posted By Vyking
Re: Heart Diease and unsupportive partner

I'm sorry you have to go through that operation again, I had a triple in 2009 so I know how you must feel.
You are still relatively young so you should have no problems with the operation.
Your...
Board: Heart Disorders 11-26-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 5
Ecg
Views: 286
Posted By Vyking
Re: Ecg

Your Doctor will tell you what it all means.

Good luck. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 11-25-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Ecg
Views: 286
Posted By Vyking
Re: Ecg

It means that there is a thickening of the heart muscle, particularly in the wall of the left ventricle.

This is a sign that the heart is having to pump harder to get oxygen rich blood around the...
Board: Heart Disorders 10-24-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 241
Posted By Vyking
Re: everyone should know cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic first aid

I agree I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for the defibrillator, although I did have my cardiac arrest in the right place. :)
Board: Angina 10-06-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 448
Posted By Vyking
Re: Angina and heart stents

When I had my Angio there was a nurse telling me she had 9 stents - I wasn't so fortunate, I had a triple bypass.

Angina has gone though lol. :)

Get a second opinion - surgery = more $$$ for...
Board: Heart Disorders 09-22-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,324
Posted By Vyking
Re: troponin level of 0.19. Good or bad?

Your test results are usually considered normal if the results are:
•Troponin I : less than 10 µg/L
•Troponin T : 0–0.1 µg/L

Troponin levels may remain high for 1 to 2 weeks after a heart...
Board: Heart Disorders 09-20-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 449
Posted By Vyking
Re: Has anyone taken Cipralex ?

You posted in the 'Heart Disorders' section.
Cipralex is an anti-depressant (SSRI) you should be fine to go back to work. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 08-19-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 614
Posted By Vyking
Re: 19 year old female chest pains

Hi Sammiedezz,
If you have never had these before and are worried please go to the ER, even if it's just to put your mind to rest.

Good Luck. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 08-01-2012, 06:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By Vyking
Re: Is daughters fast heart rate ok!

The average resting heart rate for an adult is around 70 ~ 80 beats per minute, if you are an athlete this can be much lower.

If it's continually over 100 bpm I'd have it checked out.

Good...
Board: Heart Disorders 08-01-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 134,469
Posted By Vyking
Re: sudden, sharp chest pains on left side

Hi everyone,
I had a triple bypass in 2009 and was given a lot of literature on the heart and how to recognise heart attack symptoms.

Sharp pains are very rarely cardiac related - if you're...
Board: Angina 07-30-2012, 09:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,688
Posted By Vyking
Re: Chest Pain every day except during exercise

Hi,
Stents cannot be used in L shaped arteries.
Did they give you the percentages of the blockages?
They will not do anything until a blockage is at least 70 ~ 75%

I had 2 blockages in the Left...
Board: Heart Disorders 07-27-2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 701
Posted By Vyking
Re: Don't stand there do something about it!

Genetics play a big role too.
Board: Heart Disorders 07-25-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By Vyking
Re: Afib

I went into Afib a few days after my bypass surgery in 2009, it was treated with an IV (unknown drug) and given beta blockers (Sotalol) and haven't had another episode since.
Board: Sexual Dysfunction Treatment 07-15-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,383
Posted By Vyking
Re: Cialis can it work for women like it works for men?

Cialis only works for men - it doesn't make them 'horny' it just allows blood to flow to the penis easier enabling an erection.
Board: Heart Disorders 06-02-2012, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 843
Posted By Vyking
Re: Has anyone had this result

ST depression can be a sign of Ischaemic Heart Disease.
Have you been having chest discomfort?
Board: Angina 06-01-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,985
Posted By Vyking
Re: is this angina?

It came on if I was climbing stairs, walking too fast, having sex, it was pretty much exercise related - sometimes it would come on if I was stressed about something.

Yes - the burning sensation...
Board: Heart Disorders 05-31-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,408
Posted By Vyking
Re: Sharp Stabbing Pain through my heart

I don't think it's angina - Cardiac pain is very rarely described as 'sharp'.
Angina is a reduction of blood supply to the heart muscle - your heart would need to be beating faster and harder than...
Board: Heart Disorders 05-20-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,366
Posted By Vyking
Re: Insignificant CAD - Minor blockage in Artery

Anything under 70% ~ 75% is no cause for concern.
A Cardiac Cath would give more accurate results.
Board: Angina 05-12-2012, 04:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,726
Posted By Vyking
Re: Concerned

Hi lisamomto5,

If you're concerned about your pain please go to the ER.
Your heart is something you should not take lightly.

Good Luck. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 04-25-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,370
Posted By Vyking
Re: Ventricular tachycardia and gasping for air - middle of the night

Are sure you have Ventricular Tachycardia?
Ventricular Tachycardia is a potentially life-threatening arrhythmia because it may lead to ventricular fibrillation, asystole, and sudden death.

You...
Board: Heart Disorders 04-23-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,002
Posted By Vyking
Re: Daily Palpitations

Don't drink too much.
Beta Blockers slow your heart rate.
Alcohol will speed it up. :(
Board: Heart Disorders 04-23-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By Vyking
Re: Do i need to get help now?

Willow,
If you have problems go back to the hospital.
Don't listen to what they say - If you are worried call an ambulance and go back to the hospital.

Good Luck. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 04-18-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,095
Posted By Vyking
Re: Angiograms

Hi jana65,
It wasn't a case of being fearless.
It was more like the Public Hospital system here in Australia - I think it was a cost cutting thing. ;)
Although if I was freaking out they would...
Board: Heart Disorders 04-18-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,095
Posted By Vyking
Re: Angiograms

Hi hominid,
An Angiogram is painless, I was also worried about having an Angio I never even had any sedation.
The only thing I felt was the needle jab when they put in the local anaesthetic - you...
Board: Heart Disorders 04-16-2012, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,095
Posted By Vyking
Re: Angiograms

hominid,
Have the Angio done - it could save your life.
The only symptom I had was a burning sensation in my throat - I actually thought it was indigestion or something like that.
I ended up...
Board: Heart Disorders 03-31-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,030
Posted By Vyking
Re: Some kindly answer me.

Willow,
There is a member here 'Machaon' who is very well informed about heart failure, I'm sure he will reply to your questions. :)

Re your oxygen levels - when I had my bypass the Dr told me if...
Board: Heart Disorders 02-25-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 773
Posted By Vyking
Re: ended up havig a cardiac arrest and had a triple bypass

I had my cardiac arrest during the Angiogram proceedure, they told me the catheter 'tickled the wall of my heart' and sent it into Ventricular Fibrilation - I arrested very quickly.

I was not...
Board: Sexual Health - Men 01-12-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,336
Posted By Vyking
Re: First Time Viagra User Need Advice

Hi mate,
Take the full 50mg pill.
50mg is the usual dosage if you cut it in half it might not have any effect.

When I first took Viagra I was thought it wasn't going to work but take my word for...
Board: Sexual Health - General 01-11-2012, 10:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,033
Posted By Vyking
Re: My Fiance watches trannie porn and google escorts. Please help!

If I were you I'd think twice about marrying this man.
What he's doing is not normal or healthy for your relationship.

Good luck. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 01-07-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 782
Posted By Vyking
Re: Getting to the hospital

Hi swoosh,
I'm not a doctor but it is my understanding that your heart would need to remain in VT for quite some time before it turned into VF - So 5 minutes shouldn't be an issue.

Maybe someone...
Board: Heart Disorders 01-06-2012, 10:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 782
Posted By Vyking
Re: Getting to the hospital

Take it from me, if your heart goes into Ventriclar Fibrallition you won't even know it - you cannot feel it.

My heart went into VF and then cardiac arrest during an Angiogram - They had to shock...
Board: Heart Disorders 09-14-2011, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,101
Posted By Vyking
Re: Heprin shots

The Heprin is to thin the blood enough so that it flows through the heart lung machine without any problems. ;)
Board: Heart Disorders 09-06-2011, 11:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,392
Posted By Vyking
Re: Angiogram fears

158lb or about 72kg. :)
Board: Heart Disorders 07-04-2011, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,500
Posted By Vyking
Re: Open Heart Surgery - How painful will it be?

Hi,
I had a triple bypass in Oct 2009.
In all honesty I can say I never had much pain and what pain I did have was controlled by pills - I was quite surprised by the lack of pain. :)
There's a bit...
Board: Heart Disorders 05-03-2011, 02:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 829
Posted By Vyking
Re: Chemically Induced Stress Test

From memory the test itself probably takes about 5 minutes, the longest part is having to answer questions, having your chest shaved (if you're male ;) ) and connecting the monitor wires ... so maybe...
Board: Heart Disorders 05-01-2011, 11:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,897
Posted By Vyking
Re: Chemically Induced Stress Test

Hi Precious55,

I've had a chemical stress test and came through it just fine. :)

They slowly inject a drug to increase your heart rate .. If you are able they might ask you to peddle a...
Board: Heart Disorders 04-20-2011, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,347
Posted By Vyking
Re: Anwser To Stress Test Question Please!

A stress test usually lasts a bit longer.
If the test was stopped she must have seen something of concern or you reached your target heart rate.

You didn't say if this was a chemical stress test...
Board: Heart Disorders 03-30-2011, 12:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,163
Posted By Vyking
Re: self cpr

Hi sjb,
Every so often I would get a burning sensation in my throat. :confused:

I was sent for an EKG which showed abnormalities so I was then sent for a Nuclear Stress Test which was positive,...
Board: Heart Disorders 03-27-2011, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,163
Posted By Vyking
Re: self cpr

The coughing thing is a myth.

Coughing MAY restore normal sinus rythm if your heart has gone into abnormal rythm but it does not help during a heart attack.
A heart attack is a different...
Board: Heart Disorders 02-26-2011, 10:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,446
Posted By Vyking
Re: afraid for my future- heart problems

It seems like you haven't had an Angiogram done.
The Doctor has no right telling you nothing can be done .. because he doesn't know if you haven't had an Angiogram yet.

An Angiogram is the only...
Board: Abuse Support 02-23-2011, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,840
Posted By Vyking
Re: I'm confused and I need help!

Honestly....
I think you should get out while you can.
If he is punching the dog it won't be long before he starts punching you and the kids. :eek:

You and the kids need to get out NOW! and take...
Board: Family & Friends of Addicts and Alcoholics 02-15-2011, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By Vyking
Re: Alcholic Boyfriend

Aquilo,
You are right.
When I was nagged at about my drinking I thought they were trying to stop me from having fun .. which made me drink more.
Board: Mesothelioma 02-05-2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,964
Posted By Vyking
Re: Asbestos in brake pads?

The use of asbestos in brake pads has been banned in Australia since the end of 2003 - I'm supprised the UK hasn't done the same.
Board: Heart Disorders 01-31-2011, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,036
Posted By Vyking
Re: stress test alternatives

Hi twokates,
I was in a similar situation as you - I have a hip injury and could not do the treadmill test.

They will use a drug called Persantine or something similar which 'stresses' the heart...
Board: Healthy Lifestyle 01-15-2011, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,477
Posted By Vyking
Re: Age & health

A 'Lifestyle Lift' is a surgical facial-firming procedure performed under local anesthesia; it usually takes about one hour to complete but may require more time to achieve best results or if...
Board: Adrenal Disorders 12-11-2010, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,243
Posted By Vyking
Re: Heart or Anxiety?

If you have 'sharp' pain then it is extremely unlikely to be cardiac related.
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