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At MyLVAD our mission is to help improve the quality of life and outcomes for people living in the LVAD world. We hope to provide information, support, direction, and inspiration for those who live with LVADs.
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Recipient Support
I just got an LVAD
Last activity 31 seconds
Was in Hospital 4 months, after LVAD, doing OK but walking is very hard yet, how long dose it take to walk again ?
Driveline Management
Foley Anchor and rash
Last activity 1 hour 33 minutes
I am the proud owner of a Heartmate 3 LVAD. I have had it for 15 months now and have has an interesting ride, but that is for a later post. My issues have been with driveline management and skin rashes. My skin is very sensitive to tape and adhesives and it has been a challenge to find the most...
Patient and Caregiver Forums
Equipment for donation
Last activity 6 days 22 hours
my dad had a lvad (Heart Mate 2). He passed away October 8th 2018. We have all of his batteries and Wall module as well as accessories like a brand new shower bag, battery clips, etc. If someone will pay shipping I will donate these items to you. The hospital nor thoratec will take these back and...
Caregiver Support
Balance and light headed
Last activity 1 week
My 72 yr old husband had surgery on Sept 3rd 2018, he has the heartmate 3, he was in the hospital 11 days and did well, he's still improving everyday except for his balance and he gets light headed, the Dr had changed his blood pressure meds and it hasn't helped so now they want him to go to a ENT...
