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in urgent care for heart problems; vibes please! (Original Post) CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 OP
Sweetie! NYC_SKP Apr 2013 #1
CP! My strongest ever! I'm praying for you! ohiosmith Apr 2013 #2
You got 'em kiddo - cliffordu Apr 2013 #3
Good vibes on the way ~~~~~~~~~ In_The_Wind Apr 2013 #4
Good vibes to you, dear lady. CrazyOrangeCat Apr 2013 #5
Vibes! Hang in there! The Velveteen Ocelot Apr 2013 #6
On their way ... Auggie Apr 2013 #7
HEaling vibes on the way, my dear neighbor. Ptah Apr 2013 #8
We're with you! bluedigger Apr 2013 #9
Take care Peggy! Lady Freedom Returns Apr 2013 #10
Thousands of vibes coming your way! Sekhmets Daughter Apr 2013 #11
Hang in there honey. Be calm. Moondog Apr 2013 #12
(((((CP)))))) peacefreak Apr 2013 #13
HANG IN THERE DEAR LADY!! Manifestor_of_Light Apr 2013 #14
Oh no! GentryDixon Apr 2013 #15
healing blessings to you! LiberalEsto Apr 2013 #16
Best wishes pintobean Apr 2013 #17
vibes on the way. Snarkoleptic Apr 2013 #18
The best of good luck to you! Ron Obvious Apr 2013 #19
Hang in there, Peg pinboy3niner Apr 2013 #20
OH CALPEG, elleng Apr 2013 #21
Best of luck, and above all good medical care, dear lady HarveyDarkey Apr 2013 #22
My best. nm rhett o rick Apr 2013 #23
((((((((((((strength))))))))))))) glinda Apr 2013 #24
Prayers and good vibes to you! LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #25
Prayers are with you.... Stuart G Apr 2013 #26
A thousand sunrises in your direction. nytemare Apr 2013 #27
A-fib acting up? siligut Apr 2013 #28
I wish you good health, love, and happiness! ZombieHorde Apr 2013 #29
Praying for you CaliforniaPeggy! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #30
My dear CaliforniaPeggy, MiddleFingerMom Apr 2013 #31
Hugs and Vibes, Peggy! sheshe2 Apr 2013 #32
you know you have all our vibes CP backwoodsbob Apr 2013 #33
Best to you! I enjoy your posts JimDandy Apr 2013 #34
Vibes being sent. Loryn Apr 2013 #35
Comin at ya, CP! Triana Apr 2013 #36
Sending positive vibes for our dear C. P. chknltl Apr 2013 #37
You definitely have my prayers and good vibes. avaistheone1 Apr 2013 #38
(((((California Peggy))))) Brigid Apr 2013 #39
Coming your way TuxedoKat Apr 2013 #40
VIBES X 1000! Get back to us soonest, Dear Lady! RushIsRot Apr 2013 #41
oh no! one_voice Apr 2013 #42
VIBES to wonderful Peggy, the heart of the DU applegrove Apr 2013 #43
Peggy! Dear one, hold on! nolabear Apr 2013 #44
I hope this is just a brief hicup in the grand scheme of things HeiressofBickworth Apr 2013 #45
cut that out! mopinko Apr 2013 #46
Get better fast! union_maid Apr 2013 #47
California Peggy: vanlassie Apr 2013 #48
(((((((CaliforniaPeggy))))))) WillyT Apr 2013 #49
Best wishes for a fast recovery! Flatulo Apr 2013 #50
OMG Peggy! Here's the best i got! rurallib Apr 2013 #51
Brevity excused. Be safe, and get well. PDJane Apr 2013 #52
be thinkin' and prayin! babsbunny Apr 2013 #53
Thinking of you, Peggy... pipi_k Apr 2013 #54
Lots of vibes Peggy! progressoid Apr 2013 #55
take care undeterred Apr 2013 #56
Good thoughts go your way-take care and get well soon!!! gopiscrap Apr 2013 #57
Thinking of you. formercia Apr 2013 #58
Lotsa vibes from me, mrs. t, the dogs and cats tularetom Apr 2013 #59
oh dear, CP NJCher Apr 2013 #60
Sending vibes and light HipChick Apr 2013 #61
Positive thoughts coming your way! ellaydubya Apr 2013 #62
Holding you in the Light, CaliPeg. n/t TygrBright Apr 2013 #63
Best wishes. Please come out healthier than 15 years ago! nt Lucky Luciano Apr 2013 #64
Good vibes on the way! SnowCritter Apr 2013 #65
Hang tight, Dear CaliforniaPeggy! You got this! kaiden Apr 2013 #66
My dear California Peggy! noel711 Apr 2013 #67
Hang tough. We're all with you. dimbear Apr 2013 #68
Good vibes cate94 Apr 2013 #69
PEGGY YOU GET BACK HERE SOON ! olddots Apr 2013 #70
OMG, best wishes for a quick recovery. TexasTowelie Apr 2013 #71
Good vibes CalPeg......Get well quickly. marmar Apr 2013 #72
Thinking beautiful thoughts your way! Babel_17 Apr 2013 #73
Sending you good healing vibes right now warrior1 Apr 2013 #74
Sending all I've got - stay strong. Mira Apr 2013 #75
Positive Vibrations H2O Man Apr 2013 #76
**UPDATE** CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #77
WONDERFUL NEWS!!!!! MiddleFingerMom Apr 2013 #78
Don't you ever scare me like that again! nolabear Apr 2013 #79
So everything is OK now Lady Freedom Returns Apr 2013 #82
Yes, at this moment, everything is OK... CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #95
GOOD!! Lady Freedom Returns Apr 2013 #106
Great News... Stuart G Apr 2013 #154
((HUGS)) and sweet dreams. I know it's hard to sleep when the ticker's not happy. freshwest Apr 2013 #163
My dear freshwest... CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #164
good to hear, Peggy. just saw this. glad everything is OK Tuesday Afternoon Apr 2013 #85
OH thank GOODness, CalPeg! elleng Apr 2013 #92
Yay! Glad you're ok. Paulie Apr 2013 #98
ph thank dog! Kali Apr 2013 #102
WHEW! What great news! frogmarch Apr 2013 #103
Great news, Peggy. nt awoke_in_2003 Apr 2013 #105
Great! We are all relieved. Hope you never have to go through this again. JDPriestly Apr 2013 #107
YAY! The heart of DU beats!!! FourScore Apr 2013 #109
Glad to hear you're better! Baitball Blogger Apr 2013 #110
Thanks for the update! Glad you are feeling better. n/t Agschmid Apr 2013 #112
Yikes! So relieved to hear you're okay! Rhiannon12866 Apr 2013 #119
Oh man WilliamPitt Apr 2013 #120
Glad to hear you're OK. AngryOldDem Apr 2013 #121
Oh I know! I've been on a beta blocker for over 30 yrs. snappyturtle Apr 2013 #123
Thank God. I'm glad you're all right... Aristus Apr 2013 #125
Very glad to hear you are on the mend! davsand Apr 2013 #128
Great to hear you're ok! Dragonbreathp9d Apr 2013 #130
Just heard, glad your OK. denbot Apr 2013 #131
That is good news. dmr Apr 2013 #136
new dose? new med? RILib Apr 2013 #138
I've actually been on it for a couple of years. CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #141
max dose RILib Apr 2013 #177
Aw Peggy I just jumped on DU and saw yr thread.... pink-o Apr 2013 #139
Sorry you were unwell, Granny M Apr 2013 #143
Are you new to Beta Blockers? dixiegrrrrl Apr 2013 #146
Good news! LeftishBrit Apr 2013 #149
Whew! And such a big heart it is! loudsue Apr 2013 #150
I'm so happy for you Peggy Boomerproud Apr 2013 #156
So glad to hear this! deutsey Apr 2013 #157
Good to hear. Keep well grantcart Apr 2013 #158
very relieved to read this and know you are fine, CP! NRaleighLiberal Apr 2013 #159
So glad you're ok! dgibby Apr 2013 #160
YAY...and damn "new beta blockers." They sound like trouble to me! nt MADem Apr 2013 #166
I'm glad you're ok sakabatou Apr 2013 #170
Thanks! Not yet, but I expect my MD to be in touch soon... CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #171
Ah sakabatou Apr 2013 #172
Whew! That's a relief! VERY glad to hear this, dear Peggy! calimary Apr 2013 #173
So you are being taken off the beta blocker? Knightraven Apr 2013 #174
I haven't talked yet to my doc about these details, so I don't know. CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #175
So glad to hear you are well. hrmjustin Apr 2013 #181
Take care of yourself, Peggy. Blue_In_AK Apr 2013 #80
Good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations... ReRe Apr 2013 #81
Glad to hear you are okay hibbing Apr 2013 #83
Here are some good vibes, CaliforniaPeggy! RKP5637 Apr 2013 #84
CaliforniaPeggy, the only reason you are there with heart problems FourScore Apr 2013 #86
Oh my! GiveMeFreedom Apr 2013 #87
:hug: <-- Sez it all. Beartracks Apr 2013 #88
Take care, my dear Peggy. nt awoke_in_2003 Apr 2013 #89
OH NO!!! calimary Apr 2013 #90
Oh Dear Peggy. Cleita Apr 2013 #91
Sorry to hear this Peggy. haikugal Apr 2013 #93
many hugs and good thoughts nt steve2470 Apr 2013 #94
Peggy! Knock it off! gateley Apr 2013 #96
OMG Kali Apr 2013 #97
My dearest California Peggy... MrMickeysMom Apr 2013 #99
Hey Everybody! Please see post #77 for my update! CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #100
Soooooo happy to hear! gateley Apr 2013 #104
WHEW! IGoToDU Apr 2013 #114
Great news that You OK! hue Apr 2013 #127
Thank you for the very interesting YouTube--it was fascinating! n/t CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #144
In the long run it is safer & less expensive to have this procedure done as You will not need meds.. hue Apr 2013 #155
Good vibes for you frogmarch Apr 2013 #101
WONDERFUL NEWS!!! Stay well. nt s-cubed Apr 2013 #108
Just dropped in, read what happened. DinahMoeHum Apr 2013 #111
Happy to hear the update! (nt) Babel_17 Apr 2013 #113
RRR libodem Apr 2013 #115
I'm late to the thread, but I just wanted to say LeftofObama Apr 2013 #116
Peggy, I'm so glad things are going in the right direction. SwissTony Apr 2013 #117
Ohhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmm. Ohhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmm. Scuba Apr 2013 #118
My thoughts are with you, Peggy! OnionPatch Apr 2013 #122
Love, prayers and vibes for my CalPeg... Aristus Apr 2013 #124
Love your heartfelt voice JEB Apr 2013 #126
Glad you are doing better. greatlaurel Apr 2013 #129
Glad to hear you are ok Lifelong Protester Apr 2013 #132
Good, good vibrations!!!! Rosa Luxemburg Apr 2013 #133
Glad to hear that you're OK. abq e streeter Apr 2013 #134
Good luck sister! mahina Apr 2013 #135
Much love, you'll do great michigandem58 Apr 2013 #137
so glad you're okay! renate Apr 2013 #140
Good vibes coming your way, CaliforniaPeggy! mike dub Apr 2013 #142
Glad to hear you are OK, Peggy! femmocrat Apr 2013 #145
Just saw this, and the update. Flaxbee Apr 2013 #147
Thank you, my dear Flaxbee! CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #148
Wonderful! In_The_Wind Apr 2013 #152
Looks like all the prayers and good vibes sent your way...did their magic! Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #151
Wonder to read that ChazII Apr 2013 #153
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMM.... truebluegreen Apr 2013 #161
OMG - the subject line about gave me a heart attack csziggy Apr 2013 #162
Oh nooooo--our dear Peggy! Please get well soon!!!!!!!!! nt MADem Apr 2013 #165
My dear MADem! CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #167
You scared me....!!! I don't like it when my favorites go to hospital! MADem Apr 2013 #168
I'll do my best to stay well! CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #169
I just saw this DFW Apr 2013 #176
Late to post, so glad you are doing well! madmom Apr 2013 #178
100th rec! Glad you are ok! Phentex Apr 2013 #179
God, just saw this. Please stay well Cal Peggy! smirkymonkey Apr 2013 #180
 

LiberalEsto

(22,845 posts)
16. healing blessings to you!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 08:24 PM
Apr 2013

and hugs, Dear One!

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

elleng

(130,974 posts)
21. OH CALPEG,
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 08:30 PM
Apr 2013

if there's one person here who DOESN'T have heart problems, its YOU!

VIBES!

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siligut

(12,272 posts)
28. A-fib acting up?
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 08:46 PM
Apr 2013

Am I wrong to hope that? Only because it can be fixed and then you will be good again.

VIBES

MiddleFingerMom

(25,163 posts)
31. My dear CaliforniaPeggy,
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 08:46 PM
Apr 2013

.
.
.
MAJOR vibes coming your way (and my problems THIS time are more lung and kidley-related,
so I've got PLENTY of heart vibes for you).
.
I don't know if I've EVER met anyone with more heart than you so, while annoying, troublesome,
maybe even scary right now... in the long run you are going to be just fine.
.


.
Give us updates, but only when you FEEL comfortable and have the time for them. We're anxious
to hear from you... but we also want you to focus on yourself for now.
.
I hope it's transitory and turns out to be more minor that you had thought it COULD be.
.
.
.
It's too bad we don't go to the same hospital... wouldn't WE raise some hell!!!
.
.
.

HeiressofBickworth

(2,682 posts)
45. I hope this is just a brief hicup in the grand scheme of things
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 08:59 PM
Apr 2013

and you will be back home soon, posting your "my Dear" posts to all.

Best wishes ....

vanlassie

(5,676 posts)
48. California Peggy:
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:06 PM
Apr 2013

Remember This. Your Heart Knows What To Do. Hugs and Vibes of healing light.
Love, Vanlassie

rurallib

(62,425 posts)
51. OMG Peggy! Here's the best i got!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:11 PM
Apr 2013

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ Peggy }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ Peggy }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ Peggy }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

ellaydubya

(354 posts)
62. Positive thoughts coming your way!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:22 PM
Apr 2013

You are such a bright & shining star to so many of us at DU= you are always so kind, so positive, and full of grace-I wish you well!

noel711

(2,185 posts)
67. My dear California Peggy!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:36 PM
Apr 2013

Lots of love, lots of prayer, lots of good vibes....
comin' your way.
You are in the right place for what you need.

Was there myself a few years ago..
and now I'm still pitchin' for the home team.
so hang in there!
You will be FINE!
love, and warmth, good wishes, and all blessings!

TexasTowelie

(112,252 posts)
71. OMG, best wishes for a quick recovery.
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:41 PM
Apr 2013

We want some good news from you soon. Hope there are some hunky male nurses to give you those tag team sponge baths!

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
77. **UPDATE**
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:48 PM
Apr 2013

Just got home!

I'm OK.

It was my heart, reacting adversely to a beta blocker I'm on. The med keeps my heart rhythm normal.

But today, the drug made my heart rate drop into the 40's and 50's, which made me lightheaded.

The staff and doc were great! Lots of vital signs taken, including checking me for orthostatic hypotension. I didn't have that.

So now I'm home, and getting ready for dinner which is being delivered, thank goodness...

Thank you all for your great thoughts and vibes...

They mean a lot.

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
95. Yes, at this moment, everything is OK...
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 10:22 PM
Apr 2013

But the situation is fluid. I'm sure I will soon be in contact with my cardiologist, poor man!

Obviously, something must be done about the medication since I need it for certain arrhythmias.

I do feel OK!

Thanks, my dear Lady Freedom Returns...

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
164. My dear freshwest...
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 02:15 AM
Apr 2013

I was so tired last night, and by then my heart was back to normal, so I really slept very well...

And I'm tired tonight too........I think sleep will not evade me.

Thanks for the good wishes, sweetie...

Kali

(55,014 posts)
102. ph thank dog!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 10:29 PM
Apr 2013

whew! that scared the shit out of me. breaking your face is one thing, heart stuff makes me really nervous (just ask MFM what a pain in the ass I have been lately. now you may be getting it too )

AngryOldDem

(14,061 posts)
121. Glad to hear you're OK.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 07:34 AM
Apr 2013

FWIW, a family member is also on beta blockers and every so often he has the same issue...then they have to play around with his dosages in order to get things back on track.

Scary when it happens, but it is manageable.

Best wishes.

snappyturtle

(14,656 posts)
123. Oh I know! I've been on a beta blocker for over 30 yrs.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 12:20 PM
Apr 2013

Took a lot of time to find the one that is just right....and keeps working!
I have persistent tachycardia, atrial in origin, and that's all they know.
But, to keep my heart at a reasonable rate rather than 160 beats a
minute, the extended release BB Toprol XL 50 mg works like magic. Some
Beta blockers early on dropped my bp so much I'd pass out! But lower
doses didn't work either to keep the rate down. Just wondering if that's
what's happening to you. Good luck...thinking of you.

davsand

(13,421 posts)
128. Very glad to hear you are on the mend!
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 12:52 PM
Apr 2013

Beta blockers, while a helpful thing in certain cases, can be a difficult thing to dose. What works fine for one person might not work for somebody else. I can't take them at all because even the smallest amount depresses my heart rate to a dangerous level. I found that out when I first went on eye drops for Glaucoma. A VERY small dose in those eye drops and it was all I could do to stand up. I remember the eye doc telling me that there were a certain number of people that simply cannot take that category of drug in any form, and, evidently, I am one of those people. My husband has been on them for years with hypertension, and he's NEVER had an issue!

Good luck to you on finding a med you can take comfortably! There are a bunch of them out there, and I have faith you will be feeling fine soon!





Laura

denbot

(9,900 posts)
131. Just heard, glad your OK.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 01:37 PM
Apr 2013

Vibes anyway. I occasionally take beta blockers for PTSD, so far no problems with them.

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
141. I've actually been on it for a couple of years.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 04:26 PM
Apr 2013

My doc has increased the dosage to control my atrial fib/flutter. Now we're up to the maximum dose.

This new symptom of falling heart rate/falling blood pressure is brand new. Obviously we need to do something. Just what, is the question...



 

RILib

(862 posts)
177. max dose
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 10:37 AM
Apr 2013

I had rythmol added in a year ago. I luv it. Not even noticeable to me ectopics. I still have to take a beta blocker, but the cardio says I can try reducing the dose.

pink-o

(4,056 posts)
139. Aw Peggy I just jumped on DU and saw yr thread....
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 04:09 PM
Apr 2013

So glad you're doing better and I hope Mr Peggy is waiting on U hand and foot.

Seriesly, tho: do you have a pacemaker? Are they talking about that as a possible solution? Cuz my dad has one and it's been great for him, eliminating a lot of the Pharma. Regardless, we're all Viking you all the time!

Granny M

(1,395 posts)
143. Sorry you were unwell,
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 05:24 PM
Apr 2013

but happy to hear you're doing better, home and looking forward to dinner. Take care and keep us posted. Will keep sending the healing thoughts.

dixiegrrrrl

(60,010 posts)
146. Are you new to Beta Blockers?
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 05:39 PM
Apr 2013

I have been on them going on 3 years for too rapid heart rate, the first year was pretty interesting as we learned what doseage works best.
Scary scary symptoms when the heart acts up, tho.
I finally bought a blood pressure machine that also tells my heart rate, so I would know when any symptoms needed checking out.

So glad you were able to get it checked out and are fine.

Boomerproud

(7,955 posts)
156. I'm so happy for you Peggy
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 07:11 PM
Apr 2013

My mom has been hospitalized for heartrates in the 40's and then it jumps to 150+. She's on several different pills that I hope will straighten things out. You've had one helluva year so far-please be well!!!

dgibby

(9,474 posts)
160. So glad you're ok!
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 08:02 PM
Apr 2013

I have episodes of bradycardia down into the 40's, then rebound to 160's. Quite the rollercoaster ride! If it happens again, lower your head and cough like crazy. That will increase your heart rate and keep you from passing out.

calimary

(81,323 posts)
173. Whew! That's a relief! VERY glad to hear this, dear Peggy!
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 02:44 AM
Apr 2013

I'm glad you're home, too. Hospitals are no fun. You'll automatically feel better and more comfortable in your own surroundings.

Take care, and thanks for letting us all know. You know how we worry...

Knightraven

(268 posts)
174. So you are being taken off the beta blocker?
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 03:22 AM
Apr 2013

Do you know if they will just switch the brand or take you off all to gather?

I also hope that you are resting a taking care of yourself. After a scare like that you need to take it easy, I'm sure.

Please take care!

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
175. I haven't talked yet to my doc about these details, so I don't know.
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 04:41 AM
Apr 2013

I am taking it easy, never fear...

I have much to do yet in my life.

ReRe

(10,597 posts)
81. Good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations...
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 09:57 PM
Apr 2013

... good vibrations, good vibrations, good vibrations..............

FourScore

(9,704 posts)
86. CaliforniaPeggy, the only reason you are there with heart problems
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 10:06 PM
Apr 2013

is because you give your heart constantly to us here at DU. You ARE the heart of DU!!

Now we must give ours to you!!!

CaliforniaPeggy, please let us know as soon as you can that all is well.

In the mean time, I am sending all the light and healing powers I can conjure.

calimary

(81,323 posts)
90. OH NO!!!
Sat Apr 13, 2013, 10:16 PM
Apr 2013

Sending you truckloads of good vibes and envisioning a LOT of green! Green for healing, renewal, and health!

hue

(4,949 posts)
127. Great news that You OK!
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 12:48 PM
Apr 2013

Just a few suggestions:
Your cardiologist may lower the dosage of the beta blocker a little--cut it in half.
Yet You may need to have a TSH blood test drawn. As we get older our thyroids slow down a bit and our hearts tick slower due to less thyroid stimulating hormone alone. For sure the thyroid gland rules heart rate so it would be best to have that simple blood test.
The field of cardiac electrophysiology is making great strides in permanently correcting most fast heart rhythms. The procedures are essentially non surgical and most Pts. go home the next day. Here is a 6 min. Youtube to give an overview of what can be done.

hue

(4,949 posts)
155. In the long run it is safer & less expensive to have this procedure done as You will not need meds..
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 06:33 PM
Apr 2013

for the rest of Your life.

SwissTony

(2,560 posts)
117. Peggy, I'm so glad things are going in the right direction.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 06:58 AM
Apr 2013

But you had me worried when I read your title.

All the best to you and your loved ones.

Groeten uit Nederland (Greetings from Holland).

greatlaurel

(2,004 posts)
129. Glad you are doing better.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 01:31 PM
Apr 2013

Thanks for the update. Please take of yourself. Lots of good vibes being sent your way.

Lifelong Protester

(8,421 posts)
132. Glad to hear you are ok
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 01:49 PM
Apr 2013

getting the meds right is a challenge-my spouse has the same thing, so I know.

Continued good vibes to you!

Flaxbee

(13,661 posts)
147. Just saw this, and the update.
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 05:46 PM
Apr 2013

So glad you're back home and doing much better! Hope you can just kick back and relax for the evening and enjoy your dinner!

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,640 posts)
148. Thank you, my dear Flaxbee!
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 05:49 PM
Apr 2013

I did enjoy my (delivered) dinner last night!

Today I am feeling entirely myself. I'm getting ready to do some laundry, and a bit later, I will go out to shop for the dinner I will make tonight!

It's amazing how good you can feel once your heart is operating properly, LOL!



Auntie Bush

(17,528 posts)
151. Looks like all the prayers and good vibes sent your way...did their magic!
Sun Apr 14, 2013, 06:09 PM
Apr 2013

Take good care of yourself Peggy. And stop giving the whole DU community a heart attack. lol

csziggy

(34,136 posts)
162. OMG - the subject line about gave me a heart attack
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 01:19 AM
Apr 2013

CP, so glad you're doing OK. Get those meds straightened out ASAP! We need you around here.

DFW

(54,410 posts)
176. I just saw this
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 08:31 AM
Apr 2013

All I needed was another panic! It's a good thing I didn't see it until after you were pronounced OK. As one who has had both a heart attack and one extremely near miss that came close to shutting me down permanently, I know what it means to be told you have a heart problem that need immediate attention Looks like you knew it, got it, and will be with us for probably far longer than I will.

STAY WELL!!!!!!!!!!

 

smirkymonkey

(63,221 posts)
180. God, just saw this. Please stay well Cal Peggy!
Mon Apr 15, 2013, 12:08 PM
Apr 2013

Good vibes are coming your way! As a post menopausal woman, I know we need to be very careful about heart disease. I am under the care of a very good cardiologist and I hope you are as well. Please take care!

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