Oh one more thing, my sister ( a pediatrician) recommends caffeine for patients who don't want to take Adderall for whatever reason -- for kids they chew chocolate espresso beans. It seems like basically all ADHD adults I know have self-medicated with caffeine but just in case you haven't tried it already, there's that. I don't know if that is safer or not.
ADHD medication for heart patients
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DaliaMooney
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@jakebland38, even though this thread is from three years ago, your concern about managing ADHD without impacting your heart health remains relevant. It's commendable that you're taking your health seriously.
carolinemc
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Caffeine is not safe for heart patients, especially children, since is make the heart race.
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Quick somebody better warn Pellicle, as I know he loves his morning coffee.
@pellicle, if you are still with us and have not yet succumbed to caffeine induced sudden death, please know that I'm praying for you.
pellicle
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Dear God thank you chuck,
I try not to race, unless on the track. I've been cautioned before about being part of a race by the cars with the flashing lights on the roof. They were very helpful and gave me an entitlement to pay some extra tax (or something else if I chose not to).
Somehow I've seen way too many videos about this
happily in Australia we call such things "offending" or "an offence" ... so you just have to pay the officer something to allow them to no longer be offended by your actions.
your prayers saved me.
I try not to race, unless on the track. I've been cautioned before about being part of a race by the cars with the flashing lights on the roof. They were very helpful and gave me an entitlement to pay some extra tax (or something else if I chose not to).
Somehow I've seen way too many videos about this
happily in Australia we call such things "offending" or "an offence" ... so you just have to pay the officer something to allow them to no longer be offended by your actions.
Maybe ease off on all the angry
faces?
Anger is a normal human emotion and can serve a useful purpose, but if you frequently “blow your top,” it may affect your heart health.
“Anger causes a flood of adrenaline, preparing your body for danger by raising blood pressure, heart rate and breathing, and making blood more likely to clot,” said Jeremy Warner, DO, from Samaritan Cardiology – Corvallis. “This can weaken artery walls and raise the risk for heart disease.”
Research suggests that in the two hours after an angry outburst, the risk of angina, heart attack, stroke or a risky heart rhythm increases
faces?
Anger Can Affect Your Heart Health
February 04, 2022Anger is a normal human emotion and can serve a useful purpose, but if you frequently “blow your top,” it may affect your heart health.
“Anger causes a flood of adrenaline, preparing your body for danger by raising blood pressure, heart rate and breathing, and making blood more likely to clot,” said Jeremy Warner, DO, from Samaritan Cardiology – Corvallis. “This can weaken artery walls and raise the risk for heart disease.”
Research suggests that in the two hours after an angry outburst, the risk of angina, heart attack, stroke or a risky heart rhythm increases
pellicle
Professional Dingbat, Guru and Merkintologist
at the risk of appearing to understand, perhaps she just thinks it means something from Kabuki?
DaliaMooney
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Regarding mental health, confidentiality remains a cornerstone in professional therapy. Mental health professionals uphold the duty of confidentiality to create a safe and open space for individuals seeking help. You can always explore more on this aspect at MentalHealth.com.
I hope your journey to manage ADHD while safeguarding your heart health is successful, no matter when you embark on it.
Cool--still recommend plant based
Erwitchin
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I was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve at around 27, and with ADD at 50. I credit the Adderal for enabling me to actually make and keep doctors appointments and get the severe stenosis diagnosis before it damaged the rest of my heart.
My primary care physician, cardiologist, and surgeon all agree that I should keep taking the adderal up to the day before surgery, as the benefits outweigh the risks. It does not increase my heart rate at all, and my executive function is greatly enhanced.
I don't have a study handy to reference, but those I found when I looked up the subject agree that it doesn't increase risk much, if at all.
Maybe ask your doctors to reconsider? Non-stimulant add medication are far less effective for adults.
danielwoz
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When were you able to resume taking it after the surgery?
Erwitchin
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They actually started giving to me in the ICU, but stopped when someone figured out that it counteracts the pain medicine. I resumed (with approval) as soon as I stopped taking the opiate and the muscle relaxer, about a week after my surgery
danielwoz
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Thanks so much for replying. Its critical to my work (software engineer), but I was too scared to ask health care professionals yet because mental health seemed so much liess important compared to physical health.
Erwitchin
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Both are important. Until I got my diagnosis and prescription, I had neglected my physical health for years because making a call or appointment would only occur to me at 3 am or on Sundays. Without the Adderal I would never remember to show up at the doctors office.
rendy66
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Why does this sound so relatable(not a good sign)?
