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It's important to talk with the doctor about your medicines.
| Make sure you: |
| > Know the names of all the medicines you take and know how and when to take them. |
| > Ask your doctor about possible side effects. |
| > Ask what each medicine does and why you are taking it. |
| > Make a list of the medicines you take. Keep it with you in case of an emergency or in case you need to talk with another health care provider about them. |
| Your Emotional Health After a Heart Attack |
| After a heart attack, it's common to have negative feelings such as: |
| > FEAR |
| > DEPRESSION |
| > DENIAL |
| > ANXIETY |
| These feelings often last for about two to six months. They can affect your ability to exercise, interfere with your family life and your work, and have a negative impact on your recovery. |
| Talking with your doctor or a mental health specialist can help you deal with negative feelings. Let your family and your doctor know about them. If they don't know, they can't help. |