You may choose to speak with a professional counselor. Your family members may also have strong feelings concerning your heart attack. Among these feelings are fear, guilt, and anger. If you are interested in changing to a less stressful job, the AHA has vocational rehabilitation programs which can help you. Consult with your doctor as to when you may resume sexual activity.
Most people are able to have sex from three to six weeks after a heart attack.
Do not hesitate to voice your concerns to your physician. He will answer your questions and advise you as to the safest and most comfortable methods. Rehabilitation programs provide excellent opportunities to lower your cardiac risks and prevent another heart attack. These programs usually consist of monitored exercises, cardiac testing, nutritional counseling, and classes in smoking cessation and stress reduction. Your doctor will help you develop a plan for gradually increasing your levels of activity.