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    About Me

    I am a 55 year old, divorced Italian woman. I am a Benefits Administrator for a wonderful company in Southern California. I am estranged from my 22 yr old daughter due to parent alienation. I am newly diagnosed with an enlarged heart.

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    Animals, I love cats and dogs. They are my passion.

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      From mandara July 11

      I hope they can find you another diuretic to work for you!

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      From mandara July 2

      I have dilated cardiomyopathy also, let me know if you want to talk, good luck

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      From Chfer May 2

      way to go see sb57s remarks? right on the button thats how we're all going to beat this...!!!! keep positive, a sense of humor and check everywhere for bathrooms !!

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      From sb57 May 1

      check out my profile. I have learned to live with CHF and hope to live a lot longer.

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    • Close Heart Failure

      In January I had congestive heart failure. I have an enlarged heart and have been diagnosed with dilated cardio-myopathy. I am on 4 different medications to keep me from going into heart failure again. I am 55 and feel somewhat lonely and lost.

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      Diovan HCT Too Soon to Tell
      On 80 mg Diovan
      Lasix Working / Worked
      Lost 10 lbs fluid. Staying on meds to control edema.
      Carvedilol Working / Worked
      This medication has truly helped me. Now on 80mg.
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