I have suffered from C-PTSD for at least 7 years now, probably more. My attacks are frequent - more than one per day - and pretty severe.

During this time, my heart disease grew worse and 2.5 months ago I required a quintuple bypass surgery. My cholesterol and triglyceride numbers were not terrible. I believe it was the stress on my heart from the frequent C-PTSD attacks that led to escalation of my heart disease. Now, after the surgery, I am still having heart problems. The only cause can be my C-PTSD. I am going to contact my cardiologist tomorrow.

Anyone else with C-PTSD have heart disease problems? Care to share stories or tips? Today, I had to self-medicate with a glass of red wine. I really don't want to do this but I was in such physical pain that I had to. Any advice would the welcomed. Thanks.