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My ef has increased from 20 to 50 in about three months using diet, exercise and meds. is this increase typical and how can i preserve this increase?
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Keep it up: As a surgeon it is hard for me to tell you if this is a typical result but you should be very proud of your accomplishment. To go from ef 20% to 50% means your heart function is markedly improved. Whoever did your echo, is the doctor you should talk to. Ultimately your lifestyle changes have been very helpful to your long term survival.
Answered 9/13/2014
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