It is normal to feel many emotions after being diagnosed with a heart problem.

This can be a time when all sorts of worries and anxieties crop up. Having got over the initial scare of having a heart attack, you may start having thoughts about what this event means for the future and practical realities of life. You may have a sense of relief that the treatment has helped your heart condition. You may be concerned about being able to do as much as prior to your heart event, or about having another heart event. You may be afraid of dying or even angry that this has happened to you. It is important to know that these are all natural feelings, however it is also important to talk about these feelings with family and loved ones, and your doctor.

It is normal to feel worried or anxious when you leave hospital and go home. Your family and loved ones may also be anxious or concerned about your recovery. Make sure you talk to your doctor or nurse about these feelings and what you can do, and encourage your loved ones to be involved.