Morning call for women's heart health for American heart monthly

Contact: Carry Barket | carrie.burkett@mainehealth.org | Team Car Chunner | Timothy.kershner@mainehealth

New Hampshire North Concway -February American Heart Month Mainehealth Memorial Hospital As a member of the care team Christie Kanel Share her journey with heart disease. Her story is an important reminder in which the heart disease, which is the major cause of US women, is often hidden for women's purpose.

At the age of 55, the diagnosis of Canel's heart disease was not expected to come. Like many women, she was juggling for work, family, and other priority. She knew something was wrong, but nothing had come out that it was an emergency to be careful immediately. Her health remained on the back burner.

“I felt it was pretty poor for several years. Malicious, creepy, no energy.” I remember Kanel。 “I worked outdoors, participated in the gym, and adjusted my meals. I have been waiting for the euphoria that everyone is trying everything to be healthy, trying to maintain health, and everyone is talking in exercise. But it never happened.

Kanel saw an expert about her symptoms, but the answer was not clear for a while. “I thought all my symptoms would be caused by menopause. I wish I had a faster wheel.” “If I had it, I wouldn't be in my current position.”

In July, Kanel was diagnosed with heart failure. Sarah Petersen,, Mainehealth Cardiology North Conway A nurse's practitioner said, “Women are far more likely not have the classic symptoms of chest discomfort. They may have chin discomfort, left arm discomfort, and backdrops. No, sometimes there is no discomfort if you have nausea, fatigue. “

Petersen explains that pre -menopause women have some protection from heart disease. “As they pass through menopause, they lose their level of protection and eventually suffer more frequently than men.”

Many women, like Kanels, reject or ignore these symptoms while focusing on other women. “If you don't feel right, you need to ask more questions.” Canel promotion。 “I will defend myself.”

Petersen has heard of this from a patient who hesitizes the symptoms. “I always come in and talk to patients who may feel stupid about watching something. We have to do EKG. We have to have a blood test. Sometimes we need to do a lot of stress or ultrasound. Don't feel that you need to know. “

Since her diagnosis, Kanel has accepted treatment plans, including drugs, pacemakers, heart rehabilitation, and structured programs for individuals. Main Health Memorial Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation After the heart event and procedure. The program combines exercise, personalized care, and health education, so that the participants can regain strength and manage dangerous factors.

“It's surprising to see the patient's progress through 36 sessions.” Battle of SherylSupervisor Main Health Memorial Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation。 “Christie like others [Cannell] At first she was nervous about what she could. Our patients often receive important procedures or diagnosis and come to our program in that trauma. During our program, she gained confidence and pushed himself to achieve new goals. “

“I don't think we can underestimate the emotional impact of being diagnosed with heart disease.” Petersen says。 “It can be a terrible new diagnosis. For Christie [Cannell]We want to see some real improvements with her recent double -room pacemakers. “

MaineHealth Cardiology offers several services on North Country Way, such as consultation, imaging, and diagnosis. Patients can meet a heart disease specialist at the North Conway and receive follow -up care with a nurse for heart disease.

If you are on the main health memorial campus on February 7, you may notice that many care team members are wearing red. This day is known as “National Wear Red Day” and is part of the “Go Red for Women” campaign of American Heart Association. The goal is to increase the recognition that heart disease is the most murderer in the United States, and causes three deaths every year.

Her journey was challenging, but Kanel has decided to help other women to recognize the importance of listening to their body and seeking answers. “I wanted others to recognize what I had experienced, so I posted a diagnosis on Facebook. I told me that they were experiencing the same thing and let me reach my friends. If they can talk to their PCP, it is really a great deal for me. Works as an inspiration to lead to your heart.

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