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What Prognosis Is Recommended For Low Heart Rate In An Elderly Person?

My father is 80 yrs old had a heart attack and open heart 2 yrs ago his Dr said his heart is functioning at 30 to 35 % he also has copd asthma and diabetes what are his options and his life expectancy? I am very concerned since he live 1000 miles away
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that considering his age and health issues his life expectancy depends on how is he taking care of himself and how much he is consistent with his medication and his lifestyle modification. Kindly keep a check on his diet and activity level and essential medication.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Prognosis Is Recommended For Low Heart Rate In An Elderly Person?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that considering his age and health issues his life expectancy depends on how is he taking care of himself and how much he is consistent with his medication and his lifestyle modification. Kindly keep a check on his diet and activity level and essential medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.