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Sex, Exercise & Heart Attack
Most heart attack survivors are able
to return to their usual sexual
activities after recovering from
their heart attack, just as they are
able to return to other kinds of
physical activity and to work. Be
sure to talk to your health care
provider about when you should
resume sexual activity. It is normal
to have fears about having another
heart attack during sex, but this
isn't likely to happen if you have
recovered and are following your
medical treatment plan.
Exercise
Exercise is good for your heart
muscle and overall health. It can
help you lose weight, keep your
cholesterol and blood pressure under
control, reduce stress, and lift
your mood. If you participate in a
cardiac rehabilitation program, you
will learn how to exercise safely
and regularly to strengthen your
heart and body. When exercising, you
will need to watch out for signs of
problems such as chest pain,
shortness of breath, feeling dizzy
or weak, irregular heartbeats, or
cold sweats. If you develop these
symptoms, stop exercising and call
Emergency Services for help right
away.
Content Courtesy : www.4woman.gov
Note : Information herein is
provided for informational purposes
only and is not a substitute for
professional medical advice. You
should not use this information for
diagnosing or treating a medical or
health condition. If you have or
suspect you have a medical problem,
promptly contact your professional
healthcare provider. Please consult
your healthcare provider before
beginning any course of
supplementation or treatment.
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