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Recover from a heart attack Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionRecovering from a heart attack can take several months, and it's very important not to rush your rehabilitation. During your recovery period, you'll receive help and support from a range of healthcare professionals, which may include: nurses physiotherapists dietitians pharmacists exercise specialists These healthcare professionals will support
Prevention Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionMaking lifestyle changes is the most effective way to prevent having a heart attack (or having another heart attack). There are three main steps you can take to help prevent a heart attack (as well as stroke): eat a healthy, balanced diet avoid smoking try to keep your blood pressure at a healthy level Diet Eating an unhealthy diet high
Risks Heart transplant
Heart transplantA heart transplant is a major operation, and there is a risk of several complications. Some complications can occur soon after the procedure, while others may develop months or even years later. The main risks associated with a heart transplant are described below. Rejection One of the most common complications of a heart transplant is rejection
What happens before and during a heart-lung transplant Heart-lung transplant
Heart-lung transplantWhat happens before and during a heart-lung transplant If a heart-lung transplant is thought to be a potential treatment for you, you'll be asked to have an assessment before potentially being placed on the transplant waiting list. The purpose of the assessment is to check whether you're a suitable candidate for a heart-lung transplant.
Recover from heart-lung transplant Heart-lung transplant
Heart-lung transplantFollowing a heart-lung transplant, you'll probably need to stay in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU) for a few days. This is because: you'll need to be carefully monitored to make sure the organs are working there's a risk your body may suddenly reject the new organs, which would require emergency treatment you'll require assistance with
Risks Heart-lung transplant
Heart-lung transplantAfter having a heart-lung transplant, one of the biggest risks is that your body will reject your new heart and lungs. There is also a chance your new heart and lungs won't work properly, or you could develop serious infections because your immunosuppressant medication will weaken your immune system. Rejection Rejection can occur soon after
Symptoms Heart failure
Heart failureThe symptoms of heart failure can vary from person to person. They may start suddenly or develop gradually overweeks or months.Main symptomsThe most commonsymptoms of heart failure are: breathlessness this may occur after activity or at rest; it may be worse when you're lying down, andyou may wake up at night needing to catch your breath fatigue
Treatment Heart failure
Heart failureLifestyle changesIf you've been diagnosed with heart failure, making healthy lifestyle changes can help relieve your symptoms and reduce your risk of becoming seriously ill.Lifestyle changes that are often recommended include: stopping smokingif you smoke eating healthily moderating your alcohol consumption cutting down on salt in your diet
A fracture Hand pain
Hand painItis oftenobvious when you havebroken your finger or wrist bone, as your hand will be extremely painful, and there may also be swelling or tenderness around the injured area. If you think you have broken a bone, go to your nearest accident and emergency (A&E) department . and broken finger .
Recovery after hand tendon repair Tendon repair, hand
Tendon repair, handWhen you can return home after having hand surgery will depend on how badly your hand was damaged. You may be able to go home on the same day, after you've recovered from any anaesthetic and arrangements have been made for your aftercare. After the operation If you had a general anaesthetic , you'll wake up in the recovery room after your