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Life after heart attack and stents

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Marydoll Tue 04-Apr-23 14:04:43

I had another cardiac episode recently and spent time in hospital, where I was given a good piece of advice.
Im not good at pacing myself, often overdoing things.
Take ten spoons, button, any small item and lay them out.
Each item represents a small task, like doing the washing up/dusting/ hair washing etc. When you have spread the tasks over the day and you have no items left, rest!

Whitewavemark2 Tue 04-Apr-23 12:16:20

Well DH was told by his cardiologist to ensure he had an afternoon rest after his heart attack and stent procedure.

Tiredness is perfectly normal after a serious illness and you should follow your body’s guidelines - feel tired? Rest
😴.

Marydoll Tue 04-Apr-23 12:10:25

Ive had two heart attacks over the last three years. I agree, an afternoon snooze is inevitable.
Try and build your stamina up, with walking short distances.

Cabbie21 Tue 04-Apr-23 11:49:26

This is perfectly normal. It will improve.

midgey Tue 04-Apr-23 11:41:08

I would say that it was a year before I felt a hundred per cent better after only one heart attack and a subsequent stent. I found afternoon snoozes very beneficial! Don’t rush yourself and you will get there in your own time.

BrandyGran Tue 04-Apr-23 11:24:37

Has anyone experienced the extreme tiredness I’m feeling after heart attack and three stent procedures over a three week period? Cardiac nurse says 3-6 months recovery.