How's your health?

Thanks @Suzie-Q
for your important message about heart health and check-ups.Your support and sharing of experiences are so crucial for raising awareness. I hope this conversation helps others in some way and encourages people to get a full health check and that it proves useful to someone.

I’ve been meaning to bring up this topic on the Human Diet & Lifestyle thread but kept forgetting to.
There have been many discussions here about cholesterol problems and my personal advice is to consult your GP and other specialists (including nutritionists) rather than relying on online trends or videos. A lipid profile test might be necessary to uncover any genetic factors or underlying causes.

Having lost my partner to a cardiac arrest at such a young age due to unresolved and undiagnosed health conditions - the combination of a congenital heart defect and familial hypercholesterolemia - I understand the importance of addressing potential risks early. FH is a serious genetic disorder that leads to high cholesterol regardless of diet or exercise, and it can be asymptomatic but still pose significant health risks. A tailored diet and appropriate medications can help manage FH and reduce these risks.

Suze, sending you both strength (and patience 😂) and positive thoughts for his recovery 🤗🌟✨😘 And to everyone on here who is going through a tough time, my thoughts are with you as well ❤️‍🩹🙏
 
Lauren said:
This is something I don’t like to talk about, as it’s still hard for me to understand and was really difficult to come to terms with. But I sincerely hope it encourages people to get a full health check and that it proves useful to someone. So thanks @Suzie-Q I’ve been meaning to bring up this topic on the Human Diet & Lifestyle thread but kept forgetting to.

I’ve seen members discuss their cholesterol problems and strongly advise consulting your GPs and other professionals (like nutritionists) rather than watching YouTube videos. Getting a lipid profile test done could potentially change your life.

My very healthy, strong and young partner suddenly died from a massive heart attack due to underlying medical conditions - specifically a congenital heart defect and familial hypercholesterolemia. Both conditions were asymptomatic, but the combination of them contributed to his loss despite his extremely healthy lifestyle.

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a serious genetic condition that leads to high cholesterol levels regardless of diet or exercise. It can be present without obvious symptoms and greatly increases the risk of heart disease. I’ve since learned that FH is not only common in people of Polynesian descent but also among those of Indigenous Australian and Lebanese heritage. However, there are medications that can help manage the condition and a tailored diet can be crucial for preventative care. For example, even foods like avocado and egg yolk need to be limited.

Suze, sending you both strength (patience😂) and positive thoughts for his recovery 🤗🌟✨😘 Your support and sharing of experiences are so important for raising awareness and I hope this conversation helps others in some way. And to everyone on here who is going through a tough time, my thoughts are with you as well ❤️‍🩹🙏
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A sad story Lauren but my sincere sympathies at your loss.
 
Lauren said:
This is something I don’t like to talk about, as it’s still hard for me to understand and was really difficult to come to terms with. But I sincerely hope it encourages people to get a full health check and that it proves useful to someone. So thanks @Suzie-Q I’ve been meaning to bring up this topic on the Human Diet & Lifestyle thread but kept forgetting to.

I’ve seen members discuss their cholesterol problems and strongly advise consulting your GPs and other professionals (like nutritionists) rather than watching YouTube videos. Getting a lipid profile test done could potentially change your life.

My very healthy, strong and young partner suddenly died from a massive heart attack due to underlying medical conditions - specifically a congenital heart defect and familial hypercholesterolemia. Both conditions were asymptomatic, but the combination of them contributed to his loss despite his extremely healthy lifestyle.

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a serious genetic condition that leads to high cholesterol levels regardless of diet or exercise. It can be present without obvious symptoms and greatly increases the risk of heart disease. I’ve since learned that FH is not only common in people of Polynesian descent but also among those of Indigenous Australian and Lebanese heritage. However, there are medications that can help manage the condition and a tailored diet can be crucial for preventative care. For example, even foods like avocado and egg yolk need to be limited.

Suze, sending you both strength (patience😂) and positive thoughts for his recovery 🤗🌟✨😘 Your support and sharing of experiences are so important for raising awareness and I hope this conversation helps others in some way. And to everyone on here who is going through a tough time, my thoughts are with you as well ❤️‍🩹🙏
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So sorry for your loss Lauren, thank you for sharing something so personal that could actually help save a life.
Guys if you feel something isn’t right don’t be afraid to get 2nd or even third opinions.
I had issues with my heart beating out of my chest (even when I wasn’t watching Tiger games) but the doctor could find no problem, the hospital also found no problem, holter monitor showed nothing. I felt like I was going crazy, constantly being told everything was normal when I didn’t feel normal. Finally I went to the cardiologist who decided to try a ladybug heart monitor for a month….5 days in, they picked it up. Turned out I had an arrhythmia which was actually genetic.
Minor heart procedure, all fixed & no more random 240 heart rates.
 
dont blow smoke up your own backsides,a blood test or 5 can find out more than ever now,but only a visit 2 a Doc will tell most people what they dont wanna hear
 
Buttface said:
The punches are starting to hurt Merlot, the pain lingers longer and the bruises are bigger.
It wasn’t that long ago I use to say “I got one good fight left in me”, now I just hope I don’t fall over.
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i listened 2 a bunch of kids speaking their hopes n donts 4 old age(from the mouth of babes)worst thing when u get old is the body doesnt keep pace with the mind,arent you sick of fighting?stumble with pride n love in.on yourself,there is nothing wrong with stopping,playing your own game.fk me the free world will exhaust you untill your last breathe,you owe the world nothing n it owes you zilch,happy chappy , why do people get hung up on errelivent happenings
 
Merlot said:
i listened 2 a bunch of kids speaking their hopes n donts 4 old age(from the mouth of babes)worst thing when u get old is the body doesnt keep pace with the mind,arent you sick of fighting?stumble with pride n love in.on yourself,there is nothing wrong with stopping,playing your own game.fk me the free world will exhaust you untill your last breathe,you owe the world nothing n it owes you zilch,happy chappy , why do people get hung up on errelivent happenings
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Spoken like a wise happy man.
It takes some of us longer to realise you don’t have to fight your way out of everything. 👍🏻
I got some good sleep for a change last night, must of been you sweet talking me or was it the extra mental energy I have to use decoding your posts. 😁
 
Lauren said:
This is something I don’t like to talk about, as it’s still hard for me to understand and was really difficult to come to terms with. But I sincerely hope it encourages people to get a full health check and that it proves useful to someone. So thanks @Suzie-Q I’ve been meaning to bring up this topic on the Human Diet & Lifestyle thread but kept forgetting to.

I’ve seen members discuss their cholesterol problems and strongly advise consulting your GPs and other professionals (like nutritionists) rather than watching or resding online resources. Getting a lipid profile test done could potentially change your life.

My very healthy, strong and young partner suddenly died from a massive heart attack due to underlying medical conditions - specifically a congenital heart defect and familial hypercholesterolemia. Both conditions were asymptomatic, but the combination of them contributed to his loss despite his extremely healthy lifestyle.

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a serious genetic condition that leads to high cholesterol levels regardless of diet or exercise. It can be present without obvious symptoms and greatly increases the risk of heart disease. I’ve since learned that FH is not only common in people of Polynesian descent but also among those of Indigenous Australian and Lebanese heritage. However, there are medications that can help manage the condition and a tailored diet can be crucial for preventative care. For example, even foods like avocado and egg yolk need to be limited.

Suze, sending you both strength (patience😂) and positive thoughts for his recovery 🤗🌟✨😘 Your support and sharing of experiences are so important for raising awareness and I hope this conversation helps others in some way. And to everyone on here who is going through a tough time, my thoughts are with you as well ❤️‍🩹🙏
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Wow, Lauren, I'm so sorry for your loss. The loss of any life is sad but to lose a young and healthy partner as you have is beyond words. I hope your pain eases with the passage of time. Lots of love.
 
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Muffstar said:
I had my usual blood Tests which included a PSA. That result came back at 8.1.

My Specialist requested another which I did 3 weeks later and that was 6.0. Had my MRI last week and should get those results back next week and we will then chat with the specialist.

I expect he will ask me to have a biopsy and see where we go from there, I feel good and have a positive attitude with this. If it is cancer I will look at the options, seeds, radiation treatment etc.
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Best wishes to you mate. I went down that path in 2012 and am still here to tell the tale. Happy to answer any questions you might have on my experience. Feel free to PM me.
 
bptiger 0 said:
Was told I had non - Hodgkin lemphona nearly, on 2 years ago , doctor says they are dormant at this time , but it’s like carrying a time bomb just waiting for it to go off . So to all on here who have cancer or other deadly illness , all we can do is keep our chins up and hope are doctors have are backs .
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Thanks all , it’s great to know we can come together when it’s needed .
 
coivtny said:
Best wishes to you mate. I went down that path in 2012 and am still here to tell the tale. Happy to answer any questions you might have on my experience. Feel free to PM me.
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Thanks for checking. I saw the specialist after my MRI and the results look good. He doesn't want me to undertake a Biopsy, but wants another PSA test in December. If that looks good then annual PSA tests thereafter.

I appreciate the support mate.
 
Suzie-Q said:
How's everyone going?

Ladies, don't forget to have you mammies grammed every 2 years, and your cervix scratched (dunno, trying to lighten the tone of a yuk procedure) every 2 years too.

Fellas, get your PSA done.

Everyone check your heart, your cholesterol, your sugars, BP, and your skin checked regularly ♥️

Quick update on my man: he's healing well after his quadruple bypass- just driving me crazy,y because he's not allowed to do anything!!
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100% well written , we all need to do check ups and I for one never went to the doctors , but as age crept up , wife pushed the issue so I went to her doctor , full blood tests , blood pressure , down the throat into stomach camera , same for the other end , all no pain all clear , but PSA was the one , first test was low 5 s then just kept creeping up , so had Prostate samples taken , that was a bit of a pain and 2 weeks off work but they are looking for cancer so you just need to get it done , all clear just an enlarged prostate, may need further surgery down the track if it effects when you pee , get checked everyone , just do it
 
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