[Oliver_W]

Originally Posted by Kizzy

I suppose that would make it imperative you eat well and exercise Oliver?

Not especially - this thing can strike at any time, and it's not influenced by fitness or diet, and it doesn't make me more likely to develop other heart conditions. My uncle took up fitness shortly after his ICD was fitted, and ran the marathon. But the ICD "misunderstood" his exertion as danger, and delivered a shock to his heart. That put me off a bit!

I'd have hated for mine to have come to light at 15, I don't know much about BAV, does that necessitate exercise and a good diet?