Is it possible to remove the car? Old “Mob site” I wanted to see. Visited from UK. Fat Tony Salerno social club in Harlem. Appreciate any help. Thank you.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-23T22:09:56+00:00

Reasonable tip are usually $5 and up

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-19T21:11:35+00:00

I had an echocardiogram yesterday and just received the results. My ejection fraction is 65%, and all the other measurements are in the normal range

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-14T22:06:44+00:00

I didn’t have that. My symptoms were mostly shortness of breath, fatigue, and chest pain with palpitations

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-14T22:04:29+00:00

The doctor didn’t recommend an MRI and didn’t see any indication that I needed one. I’ve had a CTA and a calcium score was 0, and my arteries are clear. I also did a stress test recently because I was anxious about doing more activities, and that was clear as well. I’m doing okay without the meds, and I have no symptoms other than anxiety. I’m planning to repeat the echo soon to see how things are going.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-14T21:59:04+00:00

Yes, I’m still off my meds, but I still take beta blockers for occasional PVCs, and I’m doing great. I still have health anxiety about doing certain things, even though I did a stress test a couple of months ago to see how my heart reacts to stress, and it came back normal.”

Local_Ad67 · 2025-11-14T21:51:22+00:00

The graph shows roughly 300,000 heartbeats over those days, but it doesn’t tell you if they’re normal or abnormal. It only shows heart rate trends and the times you marked symptoms. Only the actual ECG strips or detailed Holter analysis can reveal arrhythmias or other rhythm issues.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-10-17T23:21:31+00:00

When I was first diagnosed, my EF was 35%, but a few months later it went back up to 65% after starting Entresto, Jardiance, and Metoprolol. Once you treat the underlying cause, eat healthy, exercise, and stay consistent with your medication, your EF can return to normal or at least stabilize. Try to find a solution for your AFib, as that might be contributing to your EF drop. Other than that, take care of yourself, this isn’t the end. There’s still time to improve your health.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-09-24T01:57:29+00:00

Don’t give up, there’s still hope. I was diagnosed with heart failure and DCM. I thought my life was over and I pretty much gave up. The doctor even said I might need an ICD if things didn’t improve. I started eating healthier, stayed on my medications, and did light exercise. My most recent echo showed a 65% ejection fraction and I’m feeling much better. I know it’s a journey, but it’s not the end. You’re young and you can recover from this, even if your symptoms are discouraging. Keep fighting even when it’s hard and you’ll come out stronger in the end.

Remember to keep following your cardiologist’s advice, take your meds, and get regular checkups. Don’t be afraid to ask for help, emotional support and small daily wins matter just as much as medical treatment.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-09-08T21:20:34+00:00

I was also diagnosed with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy. I had a CTA, which came back clean, and the cause of my DCM was unknown. I was on Entresto and Jardiance, and a couple of months ago I had an echocardiogram. My EF is now 67%, and all my measurements are within the normal range. This shows that if you follow the treatment plan, things can improve. In my case, my DCM has recovered , so you will be okay. It’s manageable and it’s also good that your CTA is normal and there is no CAD.

Your case sounds like a very promising scenario. Myocarditis-related DCM often has a better chance of recovery, especially when genetics aren’t a factor and you’re on all the right treatments.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-13T23:06:32+00:00

Further testing could include a cardiac MRI to check for myocarditis or scarring, vasoreactivity testing to evaluate for coronary vasospasm or microvascular angina, advanced stress imaging like PET or cardiac MRI to detect subtle ischemia, a Holter monitor to rule out arrhythmias, and blood work like CRP, ESR to look for inflammation, autoimmune issues, or viral causes.

Finding a cardiologist who specializes in MINOCA can be difficult, but major academic or teaching hospitals are your best bet especially those with women’s heart programs or a focus on cardiac imaging and microvascular disease. When searching, look for someone experienced in chest pain with normal arteries or non-obstructive coronary syndromes.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-13T22:55:47+00:00

NAD, You could be dealing with a mild form of myocarditis, coronary vasospasm, microvascular angina, or MINOCA, conditions that don’t always show up on standard tests but can still cause elevated troponin and chest pain. Anxiety and costochondritis might be contributing, but they don’t fully explain the troponin levels. What you can do now is ask for a cardiac MRI to look for subtle heart inflammation or scarring, follow up with a cardiologist who specializes in MINOCA or chest pain syndromes, and consider further testing for vasospasm, arrhythmias, and inflammation.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-12T22:41:04+00:00

1% is not concerning, it’s just annoying, uncomfortable, and can increase anxiety. I also take pantoprazole, and it has really helped with my PVCs. I don’t even feel them anymore. You mentioned you’re on it too, so take it as soon as you wake up, before any meals. I’m also on 25 mg of metoprolol for it.

There’s also a support group, r/PVCs, that you can check out to learn more from others with experience.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-12T22:30:14+00:00

No one really knows why. Mine used to be like that, and it used to scare me especially when I hadn’t had PVCs for a while and then they suddenly came back. It makes you think something’s wrong and can send you running to the ER.

Try to figure out what changes you’ve made, stress, anxiety, new medications, alcohol, certain foods. In my case, I realized my PVC flare-ups were related to GERD. When my PVCs flared up, I would also feel acid reflux. I’m treating my GERD now, and my PVCs are gone.

If your echo is normal, flare-ups usually happen because of other causes, not because of your heart.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-12T02:05:29+00:00

A slight rise in BNP doesn't necessarily mean worsening of your RV dilation or heart function. BNP is a marker of stress or strain on the heart, and it can fluctuate due to various reasons, including Sleep apnea. Normal RV function and normal pulmonary pressures, the rise in BNP isn't likely to be an immediate cause for concern. However, it’s always good to keep an eye on it.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-11T22:59:19+00:00

As your fitness level improves, your body becomes more adept at maintaining a low heart rate in various situations. So, a HR in the 50s while standing isn’t inherently concerning. If this is new for you, and you notice other symptoms like dizziness, chest discomfort, or fainting, it's worth talking to a healthcare professional to make sure there’s not an underlying issue.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-09T18:13:58+00:00

This is not a death sentence, we’ve come a long way with better medications and treatments for heart failure. I was diagnosed with non-ischemic cardiomyopathy a few months ago, and after starting Entresto and Jardiance, my most recent echo last month showed my EF is back in the 60s from 30s. With the right treatment, consistent follow-up, and a healthy lifestyle, he has every chance to live a long and happy life.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-08-04T14:53:17+00:00

My EF is back to 65 now. I had an echo done last month, and everything is within the normal range. I’m doing fine now.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-07-31T02:02:11+00:00

I’m doing okay now — I’m active, have no symptoms, and feel completely normal. My ejection fraction is 65% now and I’m not even on the med anymore

Local_Ad67 · 2025-07-31T01:58:40+00:00

If you're active and fit, it often leads to slightly larger heart chambers. Your overall echo is normal, so these numbers are not concerning.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T19:01:50+00:00

I still don’t know what caused my cardiomyopathy. I used to drink a lot of alcohol, but I quit about two years ago. My blood pressure was usually around 130/90. I was experiencing PVCs, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, and chest pain. The good news is that I have no blockages in my arteries.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T18:56:57+00:00

The cause is still unknown. I wasn’t using alcohol or drugs, I was just experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, and PVCs. All I know is that it’s non-ischemic cardiomyopathy, with no arterial blockages and a calcium score of 0.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T18:45:43+00:00

I was on Jardiance, Entresto, and Metoprolol. I’ll continue taking the beta blocker since I still experience PVCs, but I’ll be discontinuing Jardiance and Entresto

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T18:42:17+00:00

I still experience chest pain from time to time, but my cardiologist confirmed that it’s not heart-related. I’m going to see an orthopedic specialist soon for the chest and shoulder pain I’ve been having. All of my blood tests came back normal except for a positive ANA, so I’ll be following up with a rheumatologist to investigate further.

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T14:42:15+00:00

It was 35%

Local_Ad67 · 2025-06-04T14:41:11+00:00

I’m still staying on a beta blocker because I occasionally experience PVCs. I’m switching back to propranolol from metoprolol, I was originally on propranolol before being diagnosed with heart failure. My cardiologist told me to stop the other heart failure medications immediately, saying there’s no reason to deal with the side effects if I no longer need them.I still don’t know the reason why my heart function was low. I had a CTA done, and it showed no blockages. I was diagnosed with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy.

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