Hera's Story

[Ridgetop]

Yes, test results were supposed to be in today!

 

[Margali]

Nothing useful, still in pain. Heart echocardiogram reported normal rhythm even though tech SAW the irregular beat pattern.

 

[Ridgetop]

Could this be stress attacks?

 

[Baymule]

Could this be stress attacks?

Good point. Something to consider.

 

[Margali]

NO!! That is the answer they brushed me off with 2 years ago.

My problem is Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs). I increased my anxiety meds and reduced caffeine then on their recommendations. My thyroid numbers were low last time and even worse this time. The difference is last time, PVCs stopped when my thyroid stabilized, this time they aren't.

My problem is having them every once in a while is considered not an issue. So a multiple recorded during a 10min scan is no big deal. I'm having them every 3 beat or so for hours straight, then I'll have hours with no issues. I can not wait for the 3 day Holter on July 11th. That will show that my heart is f*ing up more often than it's acting correctly. The corrective action is medication followed by the same surgery my sister just had.

 

[Baymule]

Why don’t they just listen to YOU? Stupidity is rampant even in the super educated that would lead one to think they are smart, but they are not.

Did the surgery correct your sister’s problem?

 

[Margali]

@Baymule Call it a ~80% reduction in issues which is what doctor said was average outcome. She is currently assessing to see if second ablation is needed or adjustment of meds will knock out the rest.

 

[farmerjan]

So, go to your sister's doctor????

 

[Margali]

@farmerjan Becca is in St Louis, 16 hours from me.

 

[farmerjan]

If they have figured her situation out, you might need to go see her for a visit.... just something to think about... seriously. I looked for 5 years til I found the dr that did my ankle replacement and have been 1 zillion times happy with it...