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Suffering From Depression And Stress. Had Heart Attack, 2 Stents Placed. What Could Be Done?

Hello my name is Cathy Reichert... my husband had a heart attack with 95 percent blockage in the so called widow maker .... he survived with two stents and no damage to the heart. But the problem I am seeing is he is so depressed and is having a hard time dealing with stress.... what can I do for him... his name is Bill.
Fri, 16 Aug 2013
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Hi,
Thanks for using healthcare magic.

I have gone through your available history.

You should take him to psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and management.

There are two treatment option.
1) Antidepressant agents like sertraline, escitalopram etc
2) Psychotherapy or counselling

Depending upon his condition doctor may advise either or both of options.

Meanwhile, he may do stress management and relaxation exercise like yoga or breathing exercise for better control over stress.

You should continue to be accompanying him in doing his favorite activities.

Thanks.
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Suffering From Depression And Stress. Had Heart Attack, 2 Stents Placed. What Could Be Done?

Hi, Thanks for using healthcare magic. I have gone through your available history. You should take him to psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and management. There are two treatment option. 1) Antidepressant agents like sertraline, escitalopram etc 2) Psychotherapy or counselling Depending upon his condition doctor may advise either or both of options. Meanwhile, he may do stress management and relaxation exercise like yoga or breathing exercise for better control over stress. You should continue to be accompanying him in doing his favorite activities. Thanks.