10 Common Mistakes Patients Make After Bypass or Angioplasty

After undergoing Bypass or Angioplasty, many patients make mistakes that can lead to complications or readmission to the ICU. Here are the 10 common mistakes to avoid:

1. Stopping walking - Not walking daily can cause the blockage to return.

2. Resuming junk, oily, or non-vegetarian food - Returning to old tastes can cause new problems.

3. Missing or stopping medicines - Patients often stop medicines when they start feeling better, which is a mistake.

4. Not monitoring Blood Pressure or Sugar levels - If you don't measure, you won't catch problems early.

5. High stress levels - Mental stress puts the heart at risk.

6. Continuing smoking - Even one puff disrespects the stent.

7. Allowing weight gain - Increased belly fat raises risk.

8. Avoiding follow-up visits - Not seeing doctors on time means missing important opportunities.

9. Ignoring symptoms - Fatigue, palpitations, chest heaviness should never be ignored.

10. Returning to old lifestyle habits - Repeating the habits that caused the problem is definitely dangerous.

Remember, Bypass or Angioplasty is not a cure; it is a second chance. Don't waste it!

Dr Ravindra L Kulkarni Just For Hearts