Questions To Ask Your Cardiologist After A Heart Attack
This is a list of questions you might want to ask your cardiologist after having a heart attack. The questions here may or may not apply to your specific situation. It’s important to understand that every heart attack and every survivor is different.
Was my heart permanently damaged by my heart attack event?
This question is about understanding what condition your heart is in and what you need to do from now on to take care of it.
What is my EF?
EF stands for “ejection fraction.” Ejection fraction is a measurement of the percentage of blood leaving your heart each time it contracts. It’s basically a measurement of how well your heart works. Normal is between 50 and 70 percent.
What is the possibility of having another heart attack (and what do I need to do to avoid one)?
This question is standard for every heart attack survivor. If it doesn’t come up in the doctors office, it will come up late at night just before you go to bed and drive you crazy. Ask.
