cold and sleepy. it's cold out there so the furnace is constantly purging before and after it has reached the set temperature. I woke up this morning at 2 am and got up at shortly after 3 because I couldn't go back to sleep. my heartbeat was very irregular and racing like crazy although I take my heart medication facefully. it wasn't as bad as the last few times where I had to go to the ER by ambulance. today it regulated itself after 5 hours..5 hours of lost sleep. mind you I got a lot done on my computer and caught up a bit more on 365. I just didn't feel like going outside, too cold and wet.. off and on it was raining as well.
I truly hope you are alright! That can be scary when your heart runs away like that. Loss of sleep probably doesn't help either. I've been having trouble sleeping too. I think it's just my age and the way it is for a woman of my age, but still, without the sleep I don't handle other things as well. Stay warm and take it easy so that you continue to feel better.
Sorry to hear about the problem, Bruni! I have been through the same heart problem ... and it can be very scary. I was fine after my ablation ... there was one area that the doctor couldn't get, but it hardly ever bothers me. I didn't want the meds ... so opted for the surgery. No regrets. Take care, my friend.
Bruni, it sounds like you need a check up, maybe a bit of an adjustment to your cardiac medication. My Wife has the same problem. Two things really work nicely. One is, you can put your feet in cold water, or two, you c an bear down like you are having a bowel movement for a few seconds and then relax. That you can do a few times, and it usually works well. Ity sounds weird, but it works. Check out the site. http://voices.yahoo.com/how-vagal-maneuvers-halt-irregular-heartbeat-5130427.html
@karenann Karen I'm so glad you mentioned ablation and that you had it done. I've waited since April 26 of L A S T YE A R...and finally I'll have my turn as the waiting list was that long. comming Friday is the day. little scary though as I was told that they don't put me under for the 4-5 hour operation ..I get just enough to make me comfortable is what they say but I really would like to get off the meds. took them way too long already. I just noticed that I sent you the note to Rick also. and 2 times..you see I'm tired.
I am glad to hear that you are ok and spent your day relaxing on 365. How scary for you to go through what you did today and hope that all goes well on Friday. Take care and keep up the resting as you need to.
@digitalrn Hi Rick..once again thank your for your comment and the link. I read it.. not sure if herbs or the like would really help. I had too many episodes where I had to to be rushed to the ER. some of them my pulse was way over 200... first eposide happened in February of 2009, October, November and then in February of 2010 and again in April 2010. 3 out of 5 were they gave me shock treatments. started with medication after the last ER and was added to the waiting list for the ablation procedure... here I copy what I wrote to Karenann.
" I've waited since April 26 of L A S T YE A R and finally I'll have my turn as the waiting list was that long. comming Friday is the day where I get the ablation done.. little scary though as I was told that they don't put you under during the 4-5 hour operation. they give you just enough to make you comfortable is what they said to me but I really would like to get off the meds. I took them way too long already and have a lot of side effects. the bloodd thinner Pradax from Germany for instance aggravated my asophagus so that I had pain swallowing.
Rick I tried the pressing down/hard method but it never worked..will keep in mind the freezing foot bath though as I've to get of the heart pills and off the bloodthinner days before the operation..should I have another episode then I'll put my feet in an ice bucket..
@bruni I do not think herbs is enough for situations like this either. The site I referenced you to was primarily for the vagal maneuver. My Wife must take medication as well,and every so often they must adjust her dosage. Ablation is often the choice once the medical professionals have tried other less invasive techniques. Everyone's body responds differently. Most people end up needing an ablation after some time. A co-worker had to go that route as well, and her condition has been fairly well controlled, though she had to go back for a follow-up procedure about a year ago. Good luck with it, and I hope it all comes together for you.
@ptowncook Hi Laura..received your request..I'll try my best but I must say I don't have any special equipment as far as lighting might be concerned or a proper background..will have to try to improvise..any suggestions.
ALSO I can't find where we get to see who our partner is. looked everywhere...can you point me please in the right direction. you have me and do I get the honour of pushing this week?
October 16th, 2012
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" I've waited since April 26 of L A S T YE A R and finally I'll have my turn as the waiting list was that long. comming Friday is the day where I get the ablation done.. little scary though as I was told that they don't put you under during the 4-5 hour operation. they give you just enough to make you comfortable is what they said to me but I really would like to get off the meds. I took them way too long already and have a lot of side effects. the bloodd thinner Pradax from Germany for instance aggravated my asophagus so that I had pain swallowing.
Rick I tried the pressing down/hard method but it never worked..will keep in mind the freezing foot bath though as I've to get of the heart pills and off the bloodthinner days before the operation..should I have another episode then I'll put my feet in an ice bucket..
ALSO I can't find where we get to see who our partner is. looked everywhere...can you point me please in the right direction. you have me and do I get the honour of pushing this week?