Mended Hearts Open Forum

Good morning Shannon, I have had breathing issues under excertionfor many decades. I'm 63 now and am just founding from mymother who is 87 that when I was born that the doctor told her and my Dad that I will have heart problems and now it is being disclosed ...

Marilyn's advice is spot on.  My wife has been with me for all my appointments and has picked up comments and information that I entirely missed, especially early on when I was in shock mode.  This is extremely stressful, especially at first and having ...

Hi David, My name is Shannon about 6 years ago I was told I may look like I have Marfan's Syndrome and at the time I was in the ER for not being able to walk or breath as I was diagnosed with having DVT, and Bilateral pulmonary Embolisms. That is when ...

Dear Jeff: it sounds like you are on the correct path. This is a very stressful time for you. Thanks for reaching out to us for support . One day at a time. I encourage you to bring someone ( spouse, friend, close relative) with you. Another ...

Thanks Herb - and to all the rest of you.  Your replies and well wishes make me feel a lot better! Herb, you were right.  Cardiologist ordered and angiogram - which is tomorrow AM.  Thanks for the heads up otherwise I would not have expected that.  He ...