No Heart Disease!
@Kouponkaren (5495)
United States
July 20, 2022 4:03pm CST
I posted last week about needing prayer for some upcoming medical tests I was having regarding my heart. I was an absolute wreck about these tests because I had an abnormal EKG last Tuesday.
After days filled with tremendous anxiety, I had my husband bring me to the ER Monday morning because I was having some symptoms similar to when I had my original heart attack. Fortunately, I was not having a second heart attack, but when you go to the ER with shortness of breath, dizziness, and feeling as though your throat is closing up after you have already had 1 heart attack, they pretty much always keep you for observation.
So I stayed in the hospital overnight Monday night and they ran those tests on me. The good news is: I don't have heart disease and I don't have clogged arteries!!! Thank you GOD! I do have a small amount of plaque and the doctor said that we will take care of that with medication.
Speaking of medication, they did find out that my heart rate drops very low when I am sleeping or when my body is at rest...like sitting in a hospital bed, but awake. I think it might be my blood pressure medication making that happen because it can cause a slower heartbeat, and cause dizziness and lightheadedness, the 2 symptoms that started this whole thing in the first place.
The doctor cut my blood pressure medication in half, I need to keep track of my blood pressure over the next 5 days, and I will go see her for a follow-up on Monday.
Thank you for all of your prayers. I am SO relieved I don't have heart disease or any blocked arteries!
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@MarieCoyle (29171)
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21 Jul 22
That is truly wonderful news. Even though you had to spend the night there, it was worth it to hear that! I hope your follow-up goes well and this can put your mind at ease a bit.
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@MarieCoyle (29171)
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22 Jul 22
@Kouponkaren
I am so glad. It does have to take a load off your mind. I am sorry you have to pay out of pocket.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@MarieCoyle
Thanks, but it's my own fault. This has shown me that I really need to look into getting major medical insurance. Live and learn as they say. I have 3 more years before I qualify for Medicare.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@MarieCoyle
Yes, well I don't have major medical insurance so I am paying out of pocket, but they give me a big discount at this hospital. It is a huge relief though and worth the money to know I am okay.
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@much2say (53942)
• Los Angeles, California
28 Jul 22
@Kouponkaren Well my dad felt super lightheaded - he actually fell off the bed. His blood pressure got too low and he couldn't hold himself up. And his feet were getting super cold.
@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@much2say
Really? I wish I didn't have to be on meds at all. But I think my blood pressure would be sky high without them.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
29 Jul 22
@much2say
Wow, is he better now? Did they adjust his medication?
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
29 Jul 22
@sjvg1976
Yes, once I had that heart attack, it really has made me very cautious about preventing another one.
@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@LadyDuck
I asked the doctor about getting rid of it, and I did some research online. Apparently, you can't get rid of it, but with medication and lifestyle/diet you can prevent it from growing larger.
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@LadyDuck (459742)
• Switzerland
22 Jul 22
@Kouponkaren The only way to remove the plaque in the arteries is through surgery, but from now on you can try to eat food that can lower the risk of plaque.
@wolfgirl569 (95982)
• Marion, Ohio
21 Jul 22
Glad you dont have any heart problems. Hope the change in medication helps
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@wolfgirl569
I hope so. So far it's okay and today is the first day I haven't had a headache since Monday.
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@misunderstood_zombie (8142)
• United States
21 Jul 22
Thank God you do not have heart disease. What wonderful news.
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@misunderstood_zombie (8142)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@Kouponkaren I can see why you are thank God for this wonderful turn of events, not the heart attack, but the absence of heart disease.
@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@misunderstood_zombie
I have been thanking God that I don't have heart disease. I never really knew after the first heart attack if I officially had it or not. The first heart attack was not caused by heart disease. It was a stress heart attack.
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@GardenGerty (157722)
• United States
21 Jul 22
Awesome news. Thanks for updating us.It is good to get on top of symptoms quickly to make sure that they are not life threatening.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@GardenGerty
Yes, it is such a relief. And I feel good that I don't have heart disease.
@snowy22315 (170787)
• United States
20 Jul 22
That is very good! Thanks for sharing.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@marlina
Thanks, you and me too!!!
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@1creekgirl (40637)
• United States
21 Jul 22
That really is a reason to thank God!
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@1creekgirl
Yes, I am so very grateful and will be thanking Him for a long time!
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@JudyEv
Thanks and yes, I am extremely relieved.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@Ronrybs
Yes, I hope that does the trick. I will see soon.
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@DesirousDreamer (34780)
• Peoria, Arizona
20 Jul 22
That is so good to hear! It is always scary when having to deal with those tests and just not knowing anything, but the relief that happens once you get the good news is so worth it.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@DesirousDreamer
Yes, the waiting to get the tests was causing me so much anxiety so even though having to go in the hospital wasn't exactly convenient, at least I actually know what's going on. And I can relax.
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@Kouponkaren (5495)
• United States
22 Jul 22
@Kandae11
Thanks. Me too. I wish I could have just relied on my faith, which I thought was pretty strong, but my brain and my anxiety paralyzed me and got in the way.
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@Marilynda1225 (80049)
• United States
22 Jul 22
That really is great news Karen. Blood pressure medication can really mess you up. Good luck with your follow-up
@Deepizzaguy (95084)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
20 Jul 22
You are very welcome. My pleasure to assist you during your time of need.
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@solidcodes (1690)
• Philippines
20 Jul 22
The primary reason might be bacteria or viruses present in your blood stream.
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