Thank you Lindsay and Dr. Pyle! I learned SO MUCH during this interview, and was impressed by the wide-ranging scope of issues you covered in a short time - and I was especially thrilled near the end when you discussed how physical conditions like cardiovascular disease are inextricably linked to mental health issues, too. So important, and so often under-appreciated by our cardiologists. The European Society of Cardiology, for example, reported recently that over 40% of patients newly diagnosed with heart failure develop new onset depression! (Being told by your doctor that your heart is "FAILING" is likely enough to make anybody feel depressed!) Great job as always on your podcast. ♥ Thanks again.
Thank you Carolyn! We have linked your interview in the video as well. I remember you mentioned depression post-MI in your interview last year - so important to address our mental health and realize it could affect cardiovascular health and vice-versa. Thank you for the comment!
Thank you for shedding more light on women's health issues. I have female family members who were misdiagnosed which then turned out to be heart related. I would love to see an interview with Dr. Jerilynn Prior at UBC who does research into menopause, perimenopause and the menstrual cycle. I have shared this on facebook.
Please share this interview with the women in your life! ➡️During menopause the heart actually remodels and the hormonal changes that occur leave the endothelium more at risk for inflammation. The post-menopausal heart is very different from pre-menopause, and the hormonal “chaos” that occurs during menopause may have negative effects on the heart, reducing it’s ability to withstand stress and combat inflammation. What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Dr. Pyle?
Great. I had a breast tumor (age 65) that was 100% estrogen receptive, so now I'm taking an estrogen suppressant (anastrozole) for the next five years, at least. A big deal was made over osteoporosis as side effect, but no mention of cardiovascular risk.... Though not mentioned to me, I did see in CT/MRI scans where some calcification was noted in cardiac arteries. Am thin, no diabetes, no hypertension, EKG okay, but positive for family history of cardiovascular disease in mother and 3 of 4 brothers and history of smoking. Guess I'll expect "it" to crop up eventually.
What is the cardiovascular risk to women under 45yrs that are forced into an early menopause by chemotherapy treatment? Is there any specific care plan that they should follow?
Great question. I believe this would be a discussion to have with your primary care provider as this would need to be evaluated on a case by case basis. If I see any resources on this specifically I will let you know.
Thank you Lindsay and Dr. Pyle! I learned SO MUCH during this interview, and was impressed by the wide-ranging scope of issues you covered in a short time - and I was especially thrilled near the end when you discussed how physical conditions like cardiovascular disease are inextricably linked to mental health issues, too. So important, and so often under-appreciated by our cardiologists. The European Society of Cardiology, for example, reported recently that over 40% of patients newly diagnosed with heart failure develop new onset depression! (Being told by your doctor that your heart is "FAILING" is likely enough to make anybody feel depressed!)
Great job as always on your podcast. ♥ Thanks again.
Thank you Carolyn! We have linked your interview in the video as well. I remember you mentioned depression post-MI in your interview last year - so important to address our mental health and realize it could affect cardiovascular health and vice-versa.
Thank you for the comment!
Thank you for shedding more light on women's health issues. I have female family members who were misdiagnosed which then turned out to be heart related. I would love to see an interview with Dr. Jerilynn Prior at UBC who does research into menopause, perimenopause and the menstrual cycle. I have shared this on facebook.
Thank you Myra for both the comment and the suggestion. I will look into Dr. Prior’s work as well.
Please share this interview with the women in your life! ➡️During menopause the heart actually remodels and the hormonal changes that occur leave the endothelium more at risk for inflammation. The post-menopausal heart is very different from pre-menopause, and the hormonal “chaos” that occurs during menopause may have negative effects on the heart, reducing it’s ability to withstand stress and combat inflammation.
What was your biggest takeaway from this interview with Dr. Pyle?
Great stuff, Lyndsay and Glen. Thank you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Great video - even if it did leave me feeling a bit depressed 😢
Great. I had a breast tumor (age 65) that was 100% estrogen receptive, so now I'm taking an estrogen suppressant (anastrozole) for the next five years, at least. A big deal was made over osteoporosis as side effect, but no mention of cardiovascular risk.... Though not mentioned to me, I did see in CT/MRI scans where some calcification was noted in cardiac arteries. Am thin, no diabetes, no hypertension, EKG okay, but positive for family history of cardiovascular disease in mother and 3 of 4 brothers and history of smoking. Guess I'll expect "it" to crop up eventually.
No, don’t “expect it” , there is such a think as epigenetics, you’ll be an anomaly with no heart disease. Look into k2 for decalcification.
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What is the cardiovascular risk to women under 45yrs that are forced into an early menopause by chemotherapy treatment? Is there any specific care plan that they should follow?
Great question. I believe this would be a discussion to have with your primary care provider as this would need to be evaluated on a case by case basis. If I see any resources on this specifically I will let you know.