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Sorry to hear this Lainy, I cannot think of anything to add to what has already been said, a lot of good sense has been written, i just wanted to give you a hug xx
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Lainy, I don't have much to add to the advice you have already been given, except it may be helpful to write down a list of questions you want to ask the doctor and take it with you. That way, you aren't likely to forget anything.
I know it is really difficult for you but try not to panic. The fact that he has been diagnosed means he can get the right treatment and any ongoing care he needs. Thinking of you both.
I know it is really difficult for you but try not to panic. The fact that he has been diagnosed means he can get the right treatment and any ongoing care he needs. Thinking of you both.
lainy, like so many others on here, i have no experience of heart failure, but want you to know i am thinking about you and your partner and hoping all works out well
there really has been some good advice on this thread - what a team!
there really has been some good advice on this thread - what a team!
My gran was diagnosed with Heart Failure 2 years ago.....she's still here being bossy and stubborn as ever.
Lainy one thing I will suggest is for you and your partner to find a forum that specialises in 'heart failure'. When my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer she joined a forum and met many people just like her and it really helped her cope, especially in the early days when you are trying to get your head around it.
Lainy the NHS helpline might be able to give you the reassurance that you need. Prepare some questions beforehand explain the situation and they may be able to put your mind at ease! good luck and keep us posted.... people are always here!
the NHS helpline might be able to give you the reassurance that you need. Prepare some questions beforehand explain the situation and they may be able to put your mind at ease! good luck and keep us posted.... people are always here!
Lainy I was so sorry to read this, I know nothing about your partners condition and can't advise you about it. My mothers had heart failure for years, she leads a perfectly normal life with medication. I had heart failure in my late teens ad early twenties, with proper medication it was controlled. Now 30 years on I don't take medication and lead a perfectly normal life. Heart failure doesn't have to mean a complete failure, just that your heart is failing due to a cause and in loads of cases can be treated and controlled successfully
Aww Lainy,hope things improve..
Lainy, I don't really know what to say, I can't add anything that hasn't already been said but just wanted to let you know that I'm sorry to hear about you situation. I'm thinking of you both and I'm sure things will get easier once you've spoken to the doctor and have the chance to get your head around things.
I'm not very good at finding things to say either However my Dad is 85 and has been through all that in the past. He takes so many different tablets but still goes out for a walk with Mum (also 85 and had her first mild stroke at New Year) every morning. They meet all their friends for coffee in town and he pops in the bookies on the way home. I have to say that the NHS has come on in leaps and bounds over the last few years. 
However my Dad is 85 and has been through all that in the past. He takes so many different tablets but still goes out for a walk with Mum (also 85 and had her first mild stroke at New Year) every morning. They meet all their friends for coffee in town and he pops in the bookies on the way home. I have to say that the NHS has come on in leaps and bounds over the last few years. 
I'm sorry to hear your news Lainy, and I'm afraid I have no information to offer you. But I just wanted to give you a big hug and to let you know that you and your partner are in my thoughts.
I so hope you have been able to get more information today to put your mind at ease a bit.
and to let you know that you and your partner are in my thoughts.I so hope you have been able to get more information today to put your mind at ease a bit.
Lainy ((((( Hugs ))))) I am so sorry to hear about your husband I know how worried you must be feeling,I had an overactive thyroid, when it got to a bad stage it triggered off other things in my body they said my Lupus was probably lying dormant for years and it triggered it off your Thyroid rules your hormones,(they described it to me as a car being over heated and just exploding) in the end they gave me the radio active drink to knock it into underactive as it can be controlled with thyroxine medication which you take for life,they may consider this treatment as your husband had heart failure I would certainly discuss it with his doctor ,I know it is easy to say please dont worry I am sure with the proper medication your husband will make a good recovery.. thinking of you
Lainy....I can't offer any advice, just a big , my thoughts are with you both
, my thoughts are with you both
Like our other forum friends my thoughts are with you lainy.
Although this comes as a terrible shock to you, can I just remind you that if it had NOT been diagnosed the risks would be far far greater.
There is some comfort in the fact that he is being treated, whereas not being treated would be problematic. So the right things are being done.
I am also sure that he will be monitored for some time to come by various tests.
This means they are watching closely which is good.
The poor man must be scared. But together there is extra strength. (Strange how we can sometimes do things for somebody else that we might not be able to do for ourselves.)
The optimistic side is that he is now beaing treated.
*Warm thoughts to lainy*
Although this comes as a terrible shock to you, can I just remind you that if it had NOT been diagnosed the risks would be far far greater.
There is some comfort in the fact that he is being treated, whereas not being treated would be problematic. So the right things are being done.
I am also sure that he will be monitored for some time to come by various tests.
This means they are watching closely which is good.
The poor man must be scared. But together there is extra strength. (Strange how we can sometimes do things for somebody else that we might not be able to do for ourselves.)
The optimistic side is that he is now beaing treated.
*Warm thoughts to lainy*
Awwww Lainy.... I've just seen this... I am so sorry
Was he in our *local*? Like everyone says, although it is very scary, I am sure they wouldn't have sent him home unless they thought any immediate danger had passed If you want to talk more , you know I am *near.*... so please PM me.
Was he in our *local*? Like everyone says, although it is very scary, I am sure they wouldn't have sent him home unless they thought any immediate danger had passed If you want to talk more , you know I am *near.*... so please PM me.
Lainy, thoughts with you both, hope you're ok.
, thoughts with you both, hope you're ok.
Lainey, I have written on your wall, please get in touch if you want to chat. I have heart failure. I have had it for 6 years this year, so I think I know something about it. I know you both will be feeling bewildered and scared at the moment, but, you should be getting help and information from your husbands heart nurse.I actually have never been on a forum or,Googled this, as I think some times a little knowledge is dangerous, and you could frighten yourselves silly.But, each to their own. If you feel like you want to Google or go into a forum about it then do so,but at the moment, everything will be overwhelming, and you both will be very emotional, so you may not take in what you read.By the way, I have a lovely life, but, I have had to make big adjusments, and I have a partner and family and friends who love and care for me. Your OH has those things too, which makes life a lot easier.
I agree with sezit: the internet will just scare the hell out of you. Best to talk to a real person with knowledge, like your GP or the nurse. Lots of great suggestions on this thread.
Reference:
I agree with sezit: the internet will just scare the hell out of you. Best to talk to a real person with knowledge, like your GP or the nurse. Lots of great suggestions on this thread
I agree too. You need to get all the information from the people treating him because they will know every finer and minor detail. By all means read the links, but just remember that will cover all problems rather than dealing with the specifics of your husband's condition. Try not to let anything distract you from what's relevant to your husband.
I wish you both all the very best.
Lainey I don't know what to say except that I hope things will improve for you and your partner soon
Sorry to hear your news Lainy, but you are being given some good advice by your friends on here - if there is someone in RL who can also help, talk to them.
