LIFE AFTER A HEART ATTACK: SOME THOUGHTS THAT COMMONLY TROUBLE PEOPLE ONCE THEY RETURN HOME

WHY ME? WHY SO SUDDENLY?

A heart attack can hit anyone and at any time. One can have a heart attack at work or at play, at rest or during a strenuous workout or even during sleep. Although a heart attack occurs suddenly, the stage for its occurrence is set over several years.

BUT IF PART OF IT IS DAMAGED, HOW WILL MY HEART FUNCTION?

The heart is a remarkably tough organ. Even though part of it is damaged, the rest of the heart continues to work. In fact, over time the remaining heart muscle will grow stronger in an attempt to compensate for the part which has been damaged. As the damaged part of your heart heals, a tough scar forms.

IS IT NORMAL TO BE WORRIED?

Yes. Your heart attack was undoubtedly a frightening experience. You had terrible pain and your life was threatened. Then the hospital, monitors, beeping sounds, nurses, doctors and medicines! Now the acute phase is over and your doctor says you will be all right, but you are probably still apprehensive. It's normal to be worried. But remember, the worst is over! With every passing day your heart is healing itself and getting stronger.

If it is any consolation to you, you are not alone in your problems. Tens of thousands of people suffer a heart attack every year and return to their normal lives. You have every reason to be confident that you too will recover.

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