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I had a Muga Scan in Aug with result of 54%. Then again yesterday with 52%. I'm concerned about the drop. I'm currently on Herceptin for therapy for breast cancer. Is there anything I can do to increase the ejection fraction. I run 2 miles a day, five days a week. And I'm a long-time runner, about 25 years. I'm 51 years old, femaleCondoms Female condoms Female sexual dysfunction. Thanks
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There are medications like digoxinDigoxin Digoxin immune fab which are known to increase the EF but this is given only if the patient is suffering from CHFHeart failure. I don’t think you need to be too much worried about the same as you’re an avid exerciser and an EF above 50% is decent enough to supply adequate blood to all the body tissues. Hence, my suggestion is not to worry and continue your jogging. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care.
There are medications like digoxin which are known to increase the EF but this is given only if the patient is suffering from CHF. I don’t think you need to be too much worried about the same as you’re an avid exerciser and an EF above 50% is decent enough to supply adequate blood to all the body tissues. Hence, my suggestion is not to worry and continue your jogging. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care.