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What Is The Life Expectancy Of Someone With 20% Heart Function?
hi..I just went from 30% heart function 4 months ago to 20% they want to insert a defibrillator..what is my life expectancy at this rate without it . If I do have it, can it easily be turned off at my request or my medical poa s request . I am also insulin dependent diabetic with some kidney damage.
Mon, 14 Aug 2017
we can not predict exact life expectancy based on your report, it may be 5 year or may be 20 years
get 2D ECHO done every 6 month
do not go for brisk walking or any heavy exercise Avoid mental stress, you can relax your mind by doing meditation( not physical activity)
consult cardiologist
get 2D ECHO done every 6 month
do not go for brisk walking or any heavy exercise Avoid mental stress, you can relax your mind by doing meditation( not physical activity)
consult cardiologist
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