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Scared of my heart giving out or dying suddenly.

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EF4468
EF4468

I was admitted to the hospital back in January for a double PE in my lungs and have been prescribed Eliquis and Effexor since then. fast forward to today and im in full worry mode about my heart. im overweight and fighting to eat healthier/exercise but i cant bring myself to do the latter because im afraid of dying on the spot, even though the hospital staff assured me there was no damage done to my heart. any thoughts/advice?

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  • EF4468
    EF4468

    Posted

    ive been experiencing tightness in the right side of my chest as well as feeling bloated below my ribcage, but when i walk or go up stairs im not gasping for breath or feeling winded.

  • jen86183
    jen86183 EF4468

    Posted

    I think you should really start exercising and drink a good amount of water during the day. Exercise keeps the blood flowing, we are all terrified after having PEs. A good time to change lifestyle.

    • EF4468
      EF4468 jen86183

      Posted

      I want to but now tonight I coughed up a small amount of blood and my chest on the right side is still tight. Is it possible to have a recurring PE or not?

    • jen86183
      jen86183 EF4468

      Posted

      Short answer yes. That is the reason we need to keep on top of it. The doctor at the hospital said keep moving is important, when relaxing walk around at least every hour if not sooner.

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