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@followheart87
Hi,
I too have diastolic dysfunction; I believe mine is grade 2. I think cardiologists downplay this condition. I've done some research. and found that foods rich in nitric oxide help not only this condition, but other cardiovascular conditions as well. There are also nitric oxide supplements but I think the diet is the better way to go. Also, regular exercise, weight control, and managing cholesterol and blood pressure are all essential as well.
You need to be monitored by a cardiologist, so yes, you should see a cardiologist yearly.
I know it's confusing since you are in good health but it seems there is no other explanation in your case other than aging. My case is similar. I am 72, not diabetic or overweight, vegetarian for over 40 years, non smoker, non drinker. Who the hell knows.
Anyway, DD can lead to pulmonary hypertension down the road and you don't want that.
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@bch72
Thanks for info about nitric oxides. I do eat many of those foods but a good reminder to make sure they are a daily part of at least 2 meals daily. Like so many of the other comments I'm seeing, I'm frustrated because I am thin, exercise regularly (walk, bike, x-c ski...) eat a healthy diet, have always had low BP (90/60; 110/70 is high for me). I have restless leg syndrome for as long as I can remember and was recently prescribed meds for that as testing revealed I had 48.6 periodic limb movements/hour, so obviously wasn't getting good sleep. Sleep apnea is considered a contributor to DD so that may be why my heart is tired 🙂 At any rate, I'm going to ensure I am ingesting foods high in NO regularly so thanks for the recommendation.