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Done Bypass And Collaterals. Have Fatigue, Fainting, COPD. Difficulty Walking, Climbing Stairs. Treatment?
A year ago I had a quadruple bypass plus two collaterals.I then had an ejection rate of 35% out of my left ventrical. In April this year 2013 I began fainting and feeling extremely fatigued.I was also told I have COPD. I again had an emergency angiogram and had a stint and complete angiolplasy done. I also had an EP study, I now have less than 30% ejection. I findi ti difficult to walk or comb stairs, attempt to exercise. I am wearng a life vest. I am not getting better. I was again recently told after another ecocardiogram I may yet another collapsed artery near my heart. What type of cardio rehabiitation can I do? I want to strengthern my heart.
It is likely that there is block again – in the stent or native vessel. You need thallium stress EKG (under supervision) befiore you attempt any cardio-rehab. You will have to repeat the angio with a view for possible intervention again. Discuss with your doctor...
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Done Bypass And Collaterals. Have Fatigue, Fainting, COPD. Difficulty Walking, Climbing Stairs. Treatment?
Hi friend, Welcome to Health Care Magic It is likely that there is block again – in the stent or native vessel. You need thallium stress EKG (under supervision) befiore you attempt any cardio-rehab. You will have to repeat the angio with a view for possible intervention again. Discuss with your doctor... Take care Wishing speedy recovery God bless Good luck