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05mommy09
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An update on me...
So its been about 10 days since my 1st visit with my Dr. re: the chest pain Ive been getting- since then I have had 2 EKG's done, a chest X-ray and an echo-cardiogram.
Both EKG's and the chest X-ray came back normal, and Ill know the results of the echo. next week. (but the tech said everything looked perfect)
During my consult w/ the Cardiologist, it was confirmed that I do have a murmur but he doesn't feel that this has anything to do with whats going on.
He believes that I have percaditis- which basically is a virus that attacks the soft tissue surrounding your heart. Many times the virus goes away on its own, sometimes meds are given, and in worst case scenarios the soft tissue is removed. Considering that Im still functioning, can walk, talk etc... he feels that I will fal into the "going away on its own" category.
The "attacks" went from everyday to every other and now it seems its happening every 2-3days (and not lasting as long) so I def. am making progress.
The Dr. also thinks that its probably stress/anxiety related. (Ive been noticing that it seems to get the worst when Im in a stressful situation or upset about something- but then again it happens when nothing is wrong as well)
So basically- good news for now...
Ive made some small changes to my daily routine and have been making it a point to give myself some "me" time...and I def. feel like its helping...
Thanks again for all your support, kind words and FM's. I really appreciate it!!!!
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Posted 2/29/08 7:49 AM |
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smdl
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Re: An update on me...
Hope you get better very soon!
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Posted 2/29/08 8:04 AM |
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Tah-wee-ZAH
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Re: An update on me...
I hope you feel better very soon
Like you, I tend to go-go-go-go. I've had to remind myself to slow down too. Your health is way more important
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Posted 2/29/08 8:15 AM |
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MyChip-n-Dales
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Re: An update on me...
hope you feel better soon!!!!
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Posted 2/29/08 8:15 AM |
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lvdolphins
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Re: An update on me...
Get Well Soon
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Posted 2/29/08 8:18 AM |
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CathyB
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I'm glad you are feeling better and that you are getting answers.
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Posted 2/29/08 8:18 AM |
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MsMBV
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Re: An update on me...
I am glad you have some answers and are finding some comfort.
Can you FM me the name of your cardiologist?
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Posted 2/29/08 8:21 AM |
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FelAndJon
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Get well soon!
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Posted 2/29/08 8:25 AM |
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2girlsforme
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Re: An update on me...
Glad things are looking up.
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Posted 2/29/08 8:42 AM |
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Diana1215
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Posted 2/29/08 8:44 AM |
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smiles
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Re: An update on me...
Happy to see you are getting some answers and starting to feel better.
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Posted 2/29/08 8:44 AM |
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KittyCat
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Re: An update on me...
I would take that as good news also. I am happy for you..nothing too serious, defiantely try to take some relaxing. I know easier said than done, but this is your health !
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Posted 2/29/08 8:59 AM |
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CouponKT
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Re: An update on me...
Feel better Maris!!
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Posted 2/29/08 9:04 AM |
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Faithx2
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Posted 2/29/08 9:08 AM |
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waterspout4
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Re: An update on me...
I hope you feel better soon. I'm glad things are getting better!
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Posted 2/29/08 9:09 AM |
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partyof6
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Re: An update on me...
gladu are feeling somewhat better!
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Posted 2/29/08 9:11 AM |
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Diane
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Posted 2/29/08 9:11 AM |
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Stefanie
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I'm glad you're feeling better Marissa! I also hope you know who knows about this and doesn't add to your stress.
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Posted 2/29/08 9:14 AM |
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PrincessP
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Glad it wasnt anything too serious. Ya know I actually forgot...2 yrs ago I was having severe chest pains sending me straight into the hospital for 4 days. I totally ruled it as being my MVP acting up but of course they wanted further testing. It was EXCRUCIATING pain to say the least. 4 days later it was confirmed to be the same thing you said "Percaditis??" That to me was FAR more painful then anything Ive felt in my life. I guess the imflammation has varying degrees but to say I was in pain was an understandment. To tell you the truth...the only thing that did help was Vicodin and time. How do you feel now?
also wanted to add.... heavy lifting can definitely bring on percaditis. Do not pick up anything too heavy right now. It will alleviate the pressure alot sooner if you are careful. Honestly, I think it was a good month or 2 before I was better.
Message edited 2/29/2008 9:39:19 AM.
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Posted 2/29/08 9:37 AM |
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Eireann
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So glad you got a good report!
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Posted 2/29/08 9:38 AM |
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EmmaNick
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Posted 2/29/08 9:55 AM |
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Charly
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Glad to hear you are feeling better and that the news is good so far
Just continue to take it easy!!!
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Posted 2/29/08 9:56 AM |
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DUCKS2001
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Glad things are better!! Still hoping you continue to get better
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Posted 2/29/08 9:57 AM |
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nrthshgrl
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Marissa - so glad to hear that you're being checked out thoroughly.
My mom had percarditis, but hers was severe enough to be hospitalized. Thank G-d yours is going away!!!
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Posted 2/29/08 10:15 AM |
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Katie111806
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So glad you are feeling better!
Periacarditis is something my doc is trying to rule out for me as well. Take care of yourself!
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Posted 2/29/08 10:18 AM |
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