Erika's Story - Congestive Heart Failure at 29
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- Erika was just 29 years-old when she was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Nearly a year after the birth of her first child, she began to experience shortness of breath along with other concerning symptoms. As her health began to deteriorate, she was immediately referred to Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, where she was treated by interventional cardiologist Manu Pillai, M.D. and cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, Naveed Saqib, M.D., along with a comprehensive team of nurses and affiliated physicians. While in the hospital, the intensive care unit nurses organized her son's 1st birthday party, so the young mother would not miss the once-in-a-lifetime moment. Erika is now back with her family and on her road to recovery. Physicians continue to monitor her closely, and thanks to an advanced technology called the "Life Vest", she will receive a lifesaving shock should her heart ever stop unexpectedly.
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I am 25 and I also been diagnosed just a month ago
I really am having a hard time accepting this as I have 6 children all under 6 years old
God bless us all
Im turning 25 next month
Im having a hard time too
I keep thinking how long will i live how many years
Aww man my brother was just born and he had open heart surgery his condition was very rare which made him one of the rarest person in the world 😭😭😭😭😭😭🥺 but ! His condition is gone but he had 3 surgeries;( he will be home in 1 month please pray for my brother and this girls heart 😭😭😭😭
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ninjakid IV God will take care his children like usual.
Is it hypoplastic left heart disorder?
Hope he's doing well. ♡
I pray for this little one that THE LORD WILL HEAL YOUR BABY BROTHER❤🙏❤
I'm in nursing school studying heart failure currently and this video warmed my heart I hope to work at a place like this. Beautiful video
i have chf since i was born. Im currently 22 years old now. and i watch a lot of content videos about heart failure, and they usually said that I will last 40 or 50 yrs old? maybe if i have not taken any heart surgery. but NO Im not scared to deadth. GOD IS THE ONLY ONE, WHO KNOWS WHEN WILL I DIE. and IM trusting HIM. ONLY HIM. so just live your LIFE to the fullest...
- July 12, 2021 🇵🇭
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I know it was so hard for her surgeon to have to leave his family in that moment, but I am so happy he did.
What exemplary physicians and nurses, so beautiful. Many blessings....
great story. wonderful doctors you have there. thx for sharing
Wonderful doctors, wonderful patient. Good health sweetheart X.
Wow what a doctor!! This is really a calling for him and not just a job.
Wow! What an amazing medical team!
It’s great to know that there are some people who really care
I am 20 years old and recently diagnosed with CHF , Back in February (3 mo back) I caught pneumonia and went into a coma this was definitely life changing , I was so scared but my nurses comforted me through it all I am so thankful to have had their support considering I was flown to another state away so had no family with me , This story hits home an made me super emotional , I have a 2 year old son but while being in the hospital I never really though about what was going on outside those walls (I knew my son was taken care of ) all I could think of was how they have family’s at home but they were there saving life’s💕
at 20 chf definitely something wrong with genetics or drug abuse
How are you doing now? I was dignosed with CHF 2 months ago and was in stage 4, with treatment, I live a great quality of life but it is dawning how serious this disease can be.
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Did you have low blood pressure as a symptom?
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The life vest saved my life
I’m 25 and was just diagnosed with this. Pray it gets better. They said it could be due to covid 19. It really helps to know I’m not alone 🙏🏾❤️
I came to this video because something just does not feel right after CovidCan you tell me your symptoms?
How are you feeling lately?
@@Myworldmymind908 I’m feeling better they put me on all kinds of medicine.
@@narissacarter6278 glad to hear you're better . Are you able to live an active lifestyle?
After being on my medication I live a active lifestyle. I just have to make sure I don’t overdue it. I probably will get another stress test to see where my fraction is at now. They said it could have just been temporary heart failure due to covid
I have heart issues and was so afraid, I know this is a hospital some where, but I had a doctor sit with me and I broke down and he was nice to me. just having that makes you feel better, like maybe it'll be ok.
How are you doing now? I have CHF and it is hard understanding it and how long you have to live.
Thank you for sharing your story. Mine is very similar. And, my CHF was found almost in the same manner.
I love this kind of Dr. & his team; all hospitasl & mojorities of Drs. shoul learn from this team how to handle their business with care, respect & love not money.
I’m SO sorry! I was just diagnosed but at 72. You break my heart! I immediately signed a DNR. But, I’m old and ready,but I completely understand your symptoms.
It’s terrifying. I was in ICUtwoweeks and had surgery. Still not well, failing fast. But wish you all good things and answers ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Got to know about my chf in jan 2018 just after a month of my marriage and at the age of 32 and when I could not move few feets without loosing my breath.. And could not sleep as laying down would not allow me to breath.. Now ef increased to 30 percent.. Now on medication.. Dont know about the life ahead.. But whatever happens I will not give up and live peaceful.. Till m alive. Just want to say thanks to the supreme power to give me life and an opportunity to live and for giving so many beautiful moments in life... Happy at the end.
I have CHF causes by HHD right after I had my 3rd baby. I'm 38 yo, last time I had echo my ef is 25%.
What is yours?
How you improve yours to 35% i really want to know thank
@@lunabelle5795 entresto helped me increase my ef
@Ezequiel Pedroza what are your meds??
@@lunabelle5795 hey what's your ef now?? I have pregnancy induced hf, my ef is 30 percent
I hope you are strong and doing well
God Bless The Doctor With The Twiins and for the young woman he treated
🙏🏻✝️♥️
You all are a GOD SENT
Got CHF a year back... For sure your life changes.. But its not over..
Your dang right buddy!
how are you now? i have been diagnosed with chf today
@@ndelacru M fine now ..my ef has got normal ..but do have to take care in future as well ..
@@rishin.mathur1535 How did you improve your EF? I was diagnosed a 4 months ago with CHF.. 20-25% ef
@@remembermeordie Entresto helped me improve my ef fast but do conitnue with medicine otherwiese it will drop again
I am an Indian. Trust me. Indian doctors are one of the best In the world. They are really caring and amazing at their job. Glad you're better girl! ❤
100% agree
Not all Indian doctors are genius
They really are. I have Chf, my doc is AMAZING and so caring
@Angel Dennis I was diagnosed last year in June. I've come a long way since then. I take my meds and workout. I changed up my eating habits. But from time to time, I may fall off. But I feel my best when I eat right, workout and take my meds. I feel like I used to when I take care of myself. I don't have swelling much at all. I'm not winded or tired when I do things. I just PRAY, TAKE MY MEDS, EAT RIGHT(MORE TIMES THAN NOT) & WORKOUT. I'm trying to get my weight down. Since my diagnosis, I've lost over 70lbs and it's so much better on your heart when you start to lose the weight. It's less work it has to do. I'm just grateful to GOD for how far he's brought me honestly. I thank him for a wonderful
Cardiologist as well.
God is the the greatest physician
I suffered HF at 29 as well... Viral was the culprit & I'm class 4.... So I know what your going through, and going down that road? Makes you want to fight and push forward and never give up till your times comes.... I hope you and your family the best
What did you do about it
keep fighting, hoping, praying, keeping family close... diet, medicines, and doctor visits every 90 days keeps me going :) life is a battle, and im a warrior... Tough decease to work with, but we keep trucking
Amen to that
@Angel Dennis thank you. It has been stationary around 28% injection fraction for the last 3 years this is basically where they figure I will stay. even though I only live a third of the lifestyle that I did before I got sick I will gladly take this for the rest of my life without having to go through the transplant rigamortis and everything that comes along with it including the side effects. Last year I was hospitalized three different times from complications that has to do with it... But nothing that will hold me down 🤘😉
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Wait, so viral myocarditis can become *chronic* heart failure?
“It’s crazy to think that your heart could just stop…”
Erika came to Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. What happened next was more than just medical treatment… Our body of experts went to great lengths to ensure Erika’s family would stay together - even throwing her son’s first birthday party at the hospital.
How is Erika doing today?
Doctor my hat is off to you, I don't think I could do it, with my twins.
P.S. doc you still married?
Nice you guys are compassionate and caring
Beautiful 🥰💐
This video absolutely warmed my heart because I am 23 I have a 4 year old son was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea about a year ago I stop breathing in my sleep 50 times a night and just recently got a CPAP machine for about 2 years I have been experiencing extreme swelling irregular heart beat and tightness shortness of breath I have a up stairs apartment it kills me to go up and down them I dread going up and down them everyday I get lightheaded and dizzy and have had plenty of fainting episodes I have been to numerous hospitals and doctors and no one has been able to assist me in any way they all think that what I am going through is a joke my cousin was diagnosed with congestive heart failure when she was around my age and had all the same symptoms and was telling me to seek a cardiologist which I did but nothing they told me that my heart looked fine but yet I'm still having these issues and it is still going unnoticed to see the care these doctors showed her melted my heart because I don't have that and everyday is a struggle for me
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I hope you figure something out & get better
Did you get further tests to establish the root cause of CHF?
If they say there is nothing wrong with your heart then you probably don't have heart failure. An echocardiogram and blood work will definitely show any problems with your heart so if you had those tests done then you should be fine. I was diagnosed with heart failure 12/31/24. It could be low blood pressure that can cause fainting and dizziness. I hope you find a diagnosis and get healing ❤
I'm wearing the Zoll Life Vest too.
For how long? And how did you feel wen you returned it? Unprotected? I bet you had to get use to the fact you were no lone protected huh? Took some getting use to I'm sure.
Need an update on Erika!
I’ve had CHF since I was 24 . I’ve heard all things of my heart is weak and I’ve been rushed to the ER many times . I want to have a kid one day .
How are you doing today? What is your ef at?
I too have CHF and want to have a baby but my doctor isn’t giving me much hope so it can be discouraging. How are you coming along? I am going to get a second opinion
@@joysharee I can’t complain I am doing fine . I do not see a child in my future unless my partner carries . Unfortunately that is something I have given up on due to research and just not wanting to take the risk of not being the one to take care of my child if I do not make it . I have read some positive outcomes though on this chf page on Facebook . There is a woman who has carried after being diagnosed with chf. She did make it clear that it was not easy at all and her health has went downhill since then but she has a 2 year old son despite what doctors told her she couldn’t do and that she would possibly die. Don’t give up hope . Everyone’s story is different. Remain positive regardless of the outcome . Sending blessings your way 💙
@@teemoe5256 Oh wow! Thank you sharing that. I’m hopeful but afraid. Just don’t know what to expect. My husband and I have thought about surrogacy and adoption. I will be keeping you in prayer. Good luck to you!
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Seven years on, how is she doing? Is she still around? All we can do is hope for the best, feeble though that may be. Cheers!
Wow, dr Saqeeb
lol it’s Saqib 😂
He’s actually my dad no joke
Did anyone ever say what was the cause leading up to the CHF? Was it the emboli in her heart that had formed and been thrown from somewhere else?
Is she still alive and okay?
4 years and still m going strong ...yes its a challenging disease but ..there is no point giving up
How are you doing these days ? I hope we'll . Was low blood pressure a symptom?
@@Myworldmymind908m doing fine ...thanks to entresto ..perhaps my undetected high BP caused it but now looks like it's under control
I developed chf after covid 19 at age 29
Generally speaking, heart failure with preserved ejection fraction ("diastolic HF") is harder to both diagnose and treat compared to HF with reduced ejection fraction. This is because it usually is a problem of stiff walls, eg secondary to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or LV hypertrophy or even restrictive cardiomyopathy.
I had chf at 27 right after pregnancy i was diagnosed with postpartum cardiomyopathy pregnancy induced heart failure is scary.
@kool_chick. Me as well. Same as you, although I was 28. Postpartum CHF. My EF was at 19%.
That was 11 years ago. Four ablations later, my EF is around 49-50. So, much better. I still have two types of arrhythmias, bradycardia, and struggle with energy level a lot, but I am so thankful for every day! 70+ years ago, there would not have been much that doctors could do for us.
Sending love your way❤
Did u recover??. I was diagnosed for postpartum cardiomyopathy last month..
M relatively doing fine ..thanks to Entresto here in India but my Doctor still says you as CHF patient are always under risk of life threat though I usually feel ok ..it confuses me
I was just gotten congested heart failure when I was 27 years old and now I'm 28 years old still have it
Jackie, how are you doing ? I wanted to check in on you. this comment is a year old..hope you are well.
@@iamharper Yes Jackie how are you doing?
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The same thing happened to me . my Dr sent me up stairs to a cardiologist. I didnt have a clot.
Had it since I was a child
What did you do about it cause im myself has the samething trying to find some options
I got treated the same way.
I'm curious how they figured out it was a weak heart. I was born with a heart disease torn tri valve never got heart surgery was told it would heal I actually stopped breathing when I was a you child due to it. I've not slept since Nov 2019 my breathing is to weak I assume it may be my heart. I had a echo cardio gram I'm curious if they could and how they could figure it out of there.
how are you now
I'm so afraid I have chf it's in a stable state right now but it scares me what state is this hospital in?
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I had heart failure due to COVID VIRUSES AND I WAS WONDERING WHAT I CAN DO TO FIX THIS PROBLEM OF THE PROBLEM WITH MY BODY IS NOT A BIG DEAL TO ME AS A RESULT OF THIS DANGEROUS SITUATION OF BEING SICK 🤮 FROM HEART ♥ FAILURE ATTACK IN THE PAST 2YRS YEARS AGO WHEN I HAD A FEW MINUTES TO GO OVER IT WITH MY BODY SO I CAN SEE HOW INTELLIGENCE SMARTS WOMAN 👩.
wouldn't an ICD device work better ?
it is everyday babies and young people are diagnosed with chf
Oh my I’m in okc and they were treating me for asthma and found out three days ago I have chf
Stay strong! You've got what it takes buddy.
If i may ask, how did you get heart failure? Did the doctors give you a possible explanation?
Yugal Sharma I went in again and I don’t ..they ran all kinds of test and said it’ could be a autoimmune disease so I go see a specialist next month...
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Heartbreaking video however i cant help but thinking that this is a clear marketing video advertising this hospital
It is.
Yeah cause its rare. You dont find doctors that really care that much about you. They got to much on their plate for one person. Lol. Js.
This is really heartbreaking but just shows how far my dad and his Co workers will go for their job. We tell my sisters from time to time about what happened on their birthday
That part
does she still have chf today?
I don't think you can get rid of it unless it takotsubo cardiomyopathy. That's goes away. Any other heart failure conditions doesn't. Can be treated and slowed down but not cured. Only a heart transplant can cure that.
@@hotlatino7220 a heart transplant might cure the failure but it def adds other problems in your life. Including a cocktail of anti rejection meds. For the most part, all you can hope for is to go into remission, but it will eventually get worst again. It's like cancer, but chronic, and many can live a healthy life if its managed properly. Eventually it will keal. (As Doug would say)
I need help I'm 29 I'm dealing with what I believe to be heart failure. I need someone to talk to. Does anyone know of any support groups I could get in touch with? Thank you God bless you
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@glitch 5 do you have wassup number or viber we can exchange updates there
Has anybody ever been cured of congestive heart failure completely???
When I found out that I was very sick 🤮 and found out that I have heart ♥ FAILURE to do covid viruses and I was having problems breathing in the back of my mind that was on medication for a long time ago when I had a little bit surprised by the same way as my aunt who done that is a very scared of his family members who are not disabled ♿ people who are in my family members will be able to make sure that I am a good relationship with her as a result of I will have this heart failure due to genics in my dad's side.
6:11 Does being shocked hurt?
I must be getting old because these docs look too young to be real!!
Haha! My dad is doctor Saqib and he looks the exact same to this day
chf doesn't go away when you're diagnosed with it you would probably need treatment for the rest of your life its got the same prognosis as cancer you seem to be acting like it's over
You are very very lucky in my case Dr destroy my life because the doctor im a heart failure
I thought having this disease was as a result of my old age, while I was diagnosed of heart disease Dec. 19 2020, I used series of medication but I was still having the severe pain, until I used an herbal mixture from Dr. Gbenga which I saw on CZcams and I was completely cured, I appreciate Dr. Gbenga for his help
Dont lie to these people u cant cure it u scammer
@@Rdizzle512 but am cured, if am able to get cured, meaning others can get cure as well.
Well why don't you put the link on here it would be much appreciated