- Male
- 61 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been feeling really worn out and having a hard time sleeping because of my breathing troubles. I recently found out my ejection fraction is at 40. I'm super worried about it and want to know what I can do to feel better and improve my situation. Any advice on how to handle this?
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consult cardiologist
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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