Monday, October 08, 2012 stephen garvin asks

Q: what does it mean when the doctor says your heart is only working at 20 to 25 percent

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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN, Health Pro

10/ 8/12 1:59pm

Hi Stephen,

It's possible your doctor is referring to your ejection fraction, but contact your doctor's office to confirm this. If so, here is some information:

Normal Ejection Fraction

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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