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Have a Heart Wear Red on Friday February 2nd 2024

by Lizbeth, posted in cancer, health, Nets/carcinoid Syndrome

The first Friday in February is wear red and raise awareness for heart disease. You may think what’s the link between a cancer patient and heart patient? Genetics, bad luck, unhealthy eating, poor exercise, etc. It may be any of these if a cancer patient develops heart disease. However one thing that is a common link – neuroendocrine cancer patients with carcinoid syndrome have a risk of developing carcinoid heart disease. Many patients get routinely scanned with an echocardiogram annually. Help raise awareness. Have a heart wear red on February 2nd 2024.

February is heart awareness month. Wearing the bright vibrant colour will not only make you feel better but it will help others take notice. Put on something different and draw attention- grab that person’s conscience. 

Carcinoid heart disease

Carcinoid Heart Disease affects 20% of people with carcinoid syndrome it is caused by the build up of plaque in the heart valves. It affects how the heart works usually leading to surgery.

If you are stuck for what to wear on the first Friday in February think red! Encourage your work colleagues, friends, etc. Spread the word it’s good to talk and please have a heart wear red on Friday February 2nd 2024

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My Shining Lights when the going gets tough!!

by Lizbeth, posted in Emotions, Nets/carcinoid Syndrome, Uncategorized

For most of us life is hard enough.  We all run along in the treadmill of life in our own way. Me, I try and make the best of it even on the bleakest day.  The last three weeks have been a struggle.  My father is in hospital, he has had life saving open heart surgery, his surgery was fairly extensive; a triple bypass, a valve replacement and a pacemaker.  He has been in intensive care, moved onto high dependency and now graduated to the specialist cardiology ward.  He still has a long hard journey ahead of him.  My Papa is made of strong stuff, he will fight all the way.   I am finding it hard, seeing him lie in the hospital bed looking so frail and lost when I am so used to seeing him going around the family home like a busy bee.  To let you understand my Dad is not one for sitting down, as you would say he has a ‘glass ass’.  He likes to keep busy, making sure everyone is looked after when they visit him.  There is always coffee and a sandwich on offer.

Ive been feeling a tad worse than usual over the last few weeks too.  On the medics advice Ive increased my steroids.  Whats keeping me going and giving me strength?  Love.  From particular special individuals: my hubby Steve, my sons Tony & Stuart and my granddaughters Alexandra & Grace.   They are my shining light, all of them fill my heart with warmth and love.   They light up my life even on the darkest days.  And make me smile – Always.  I love them so much and am so grateful to have them in my life.

 

Bella & Buddy in training