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What a Roller Coaster...
...and I don't like real roller coasters! Hello All- I don't post a lot b/c sitting at the PC for a while gives me more PAC's, but I love checking up on everyone and seeing that you are all doing fine (as fine as us "rhythm-makers" can be, anyway). Welcome back Sunshine, sorry there is so much stress in your life right now. May I vent for a moment...
Back in February I got the bug that was going around and my palps. were increased as usual when I'm sick and then they started to fade. I thought this was weird b/c I was having the same amount of daily "stresses" I always have, actually a little more b/c my husband is having a really hard time dealing with my anxiety/depression thing and says maybe we should co-habitate instead of getting in each others way. (more to follow) So then I get my holter monitor/EP check-up and he says that it only read a good 5 hours, but it only showed about 3-4. Now, I KNOW this is wrong b/c how would I go from 3500/day up to 5500 a day the next year and in six months go to three or four. I think not. Must be one of those medical mix-ups. :) But, I figure I'm going to allow myself to relish in this feeling if even for a few days. So the next week my husband and I have a long talk and he says he still loves me and want to help me work on the health issues I have, etc. . We go to dinner for his 40th birthday with some friends - alls good, right? Well, the next week he informs me that not only is the Army his top priority, but he can't give me what I (and our 5 year old son) "need" (meaning emotional support). AND he has been seeing someone else for the past two months plus (?). Now,mind you, we have been together for 18 years and have known each other for 24 years. You would never suspect this man of anything like this (family values, hates cheaters, yadda, yadda). I was shocked to say the least! SO, needless to say my PAC's have been out of control. These aren't the little taps or medium flops either, these are the feel-you-were-knocked-against-the-wall-and-the-breath-knocked-out-of you palps.
I really am trying to control my stress level and tell myself that fate must be telling me something greater is out there for me. I really am counting my blessings. I mean, even though this is life-altering for me, in the big picture it could be a lot worse. I think a lot of the stress also comes from the "everything's on hold" senerio. My husband is leaving for Iraq on Oct. 1st. So, nothing can be done for our situation right now and I have a lot to worry about with that in itself. My best friend's sister (she's like my own) just had what appears to be her second heart attack in the last two years, my girlfriend has a "spot" on her overies, another close friend has been fighting 7 tumors attacking his nervous system, and the list goes on....My, when it rains , it pours!
I called the "natural pharmacy" to see what is available for stress/anxiety and he gave some suggestions, but have to check with the Endo. & Cardio. first I guess. Can't live on my Ativan....
Anyway, thanks for letting me vent (no replies neccessary) and know that you newcombers are not alone in the fight to overcome these weird beats, and also know that stress and anxiety play a HUGE role in these things.
Best wishes to all.
Kaz (aka Jessegirl)
Back in February I got the bug that was going around and my palps. were increased as usual when I'm sick and then they started to fade. I thought this was weird b/c I was having the same amount of daily "stresses" I always have, actually a little more b/c my husband is having a really hard time dealing with my anxiety/depression thing and says maybe we should co-habitate instead of getting in each others way. (more to follow) So then I get my holter monitor/EP check-up and he says that it only read a good 5 hours, but it only showed about 3-4. Now, I KNOW this is wrong b/c how would I go from 3500/day up to 5500 a day the next year and in six months go to three or four. I think not. Must be one of those medical mix-ups. :) But, I figure I'm going to allow myself to relish in this feeling if even for a few days. So the next week my husband and I have a long talk and he says he still loves me and want to help me work on the health issues I have, etc. . We go to dinner for his 40th birthday with some friends - alls good, right? Well, the next week he informs me that not only is the Army his top priority, but he can't give me what I (and our 5 year old son) "need" (meaning emotional support). AND he has been seeing someone else for the past two months plus (?). Now,mind you, we have been together for 18 years and have known each other for 24 years. You would never suspect this man of anything like this (family values, hates cheaters, yadda, yadda). I was shocked to say the least! SO, needless to say my PAC's have been out of control. These aren't the little taps or medium flops either, these are the feel-you-were-knocked-against-the-wall-and-the-breath-knocked-out-of you palps.
I really am trying to control my stress level and tell myself that fate must be telling me something greater is out there for me. I really am counting my blessings. I mean, even though this is life-altering for me, in the big picture it could be a lot worse. I think a lot of the stress also comes from the "everything's on hold" senerio. My husband is leaving for Iraq on Oct. 1st. So, nothing can be done for our situation right now and I have a lot to worry about with that in itself. My best friend's sister (she's like my own) just had what appears to be her second heart attack in the last two years, my girlfriend has a "spot" on her overies, another close friend has been fighting 7 tumors attacking his nervous system, and the list goes on....My, when it rains , it pours!
I called the "natural pharmacy" to see what is available for stress/anxiety and he gave some suggestions, but have to check with the Endo. & Cardio. first I guess. Can't live on my Ativan....
Anyway, thanks for letting me vent (no replies neccessary) and know that you newcombers are not alone in the fight to overcome these weird beats, and also know that stress and anxiety play a HUGE role in these things.
Best wishes to all.
Kaz (aka Jessegirl)
Rescue remedy is a bach flower remedy. Stu's been taking a mix for his heart anxiety and mum has been taking one too for her anxiety. Google bach flower rescue remedy
Jessegirl...I too am not real computer saavy...so to speak...but I just always had a "gut feeling"...I trusted my instincts and went with them...needless to say it broke my heart,I loved him,I trusted him and felt like "this is the thanks I get for being faithful?"Only thing that he ever said was "It wasn't me" He always had some kind of lie for me,made me feel like it was all in my head,silly huh?Almost made ME think that I was just making it up...he was good but not THAT good, women are very insightful creatures,we KNOW when something doesn't "feel" right,we have that intuition,trust it,believe me,but with my husband though there WERE always red flags,I just chose to ignore them...I loved him!
Your not alone...we are all "sisters" here...
Momto3....Thank you, isn't it unbelievable about how much stress our poor bodies can take? I also have 3 kids,2 of which have congenital heart defects,my daughter has had 3 open heart surgeries and my son has had 2 open heart surgeries...their dad was emotionally abusive to me but stayed because of my children....bad mistake....divorced after 12yrs, than met and a married a man (my Army man) who was never faithful....
Right now I'm currently in school taking my pre-reqs for my LPN, eventually would like to get my RN...but when my heart starts doing "it's thing"...I do get scared and wonder if it's even worth it, but it's almost like falling off your bike...you just have to pick yourself up and repeat the process....you just have to realize...just staying on the "bike" is an accomplishment all in itself....just like life....
Your not alone...we are all "sisters" here...
Momto3....Thank you, isn't it unbelievable about how much stress our poor bodies can take? I also have 3 kids,2 of which have congenital heart defects,my daughter has had 3 open heart surgeries and my son has had 2 open heart surgeries...their dad was emotionally abusive to me but stayed because of my children....bad mistake....divorced after 12yrs, than met and a married a man (my Army man) who was never faithful....
Right now I'm currently in school taking my pre-reqs for my LPN, eventually would like to get my RN...but when my heart starts doing "it's thing"...I do get scared and wonder if it's even worth it, but it's almost like falling off your bike...you just have to pick yourself up and repeat the process....you just have to realize...just staying on the "bike" is an accomplishment all in itself....just like life....
Hi, thanks for your reply. What exacty is rescue remedy? I'll try anything to get a hold on this anxiety, seems it's only getting worse. I researched Magnesium and found out it doesn't do a whole lot if not taken correctly with the right amounts of copper. Don't know how true this really is, but it didn't seem worth the hassle to me. I called our local "ntural" pharmacy and he recommended Rodeola, Holy Basil and Siberian Gensing. Have you heard of them? Has anyone here tried the Lucinda Bassett Program? I asked on the Anxiety board a while ago and got mixed replies.
Hugs to you also, Sunshine!
Hugs to you also, Sunshine!
Hi Kareen,
Hang in there! You will get through this and we're right here when you need to talk, vent, whatever....Sounds like you've accepted the "stupid beats" but you've still got other "stuff" to deal with. Take one day at a time, and be sure to take time for yourself.
Connie
Hang in there! You will get through this and we're right here when you need to talk, vent, whatever....Sounds like you've accepted the "stupid beats" but you've still got other "stuff" to deal with. Take one day at a time, and be sure to take time for yourself.
Connie
It is good to be back but my life is a downhill battle right now. So much sickness and so many family problems I am about to collapse. I feel like getting in my car and driving away. My heart is up to its normal tricks but I am fighting with all I got to control it. I want a life and I don't want these stupid beats to keep me scared all the time. I am moving on with my life and if it is meant to be for me not to be here I guess that will be God's decision. Say a prayer guys. I love you all and hope you day is wonderful.
Big hugs from Sunshine47
Karen
Big hugs from Sunshine47
Karen
I have been through some similiar experiences to you in the past few months and I can recommend finding a good counsellor, talking to good friends, using rescue remedy, As mom to 3 says you are not alone. Try getting some you time too.
Buy some "Natural Calm." Health food stores have it, and it's available on tons of sites online. It's a powdered magnesium supplement. Mix into orange juice or tea or whatever and drink it. Good for both anxiety and arrhythmias.
Hi Ladies:
jsuter69 - So sorry to hear about your hubby. That's what I said about "when it rains..." Not only did you deal with the war situation, but the drugs, THEN other women, THEN death, I wish you all the best and am praying for you also. Do you have any kids? That's the toughest for me. How to break the news....
I would love to find out what his password is, I'm sure I'd find all kinds of interesting stuff. I just got his cell phone bill an hour ago, as if I can't tell which is her number, men can be so stupid when they are not thinking with the big head!
Did you find any of the Army wives support group forums online?
I replied to the friend email, but not sure how it works, that's new to me. I only know the basics of computer use.
Momto3- God bluess you, I can barely handle one child, I don't know how you do it with 3 and deal with palps. I do see you on the boards alot, it's great that we can turn to these when we need support and help and to give also. Thank you for your encouraging words!
Best wishes-
Jessegirl (Kaz)
jsuter69 - So sorry to hear about your hubby. That's what I said about "when it rains..." Not only did you deal with the war situation, but the drugs, THEN other women, THEN death, I wish you all the best and am praying for you also. Do you have any kids? That's the toughest for me. How to break the news....
I would love to find out what his password is, I'm sure I'd find all kinds of interesting stuff. I just got his cell phone bill an hour ago, as if I can't tell which is her number, men can be so stupid when they are not thinking with the big head!
Did you find any of the Army wives support group forums online?
I replied to the friend email, but not sure how it works, that's new to me. I only know the basics of computer use.
Momto3- God bluess you, I can barely handle one child, I don't know how you do it with 3 and deal with palps. I do see you on the boards alot, it's great that we can turn to these when we need support and help and to give also. Thank you for your encouraging words!
Best wishes-
Jessegirl (Kaz)
Jessegirl and jsuter69,
Thank you both for sharing such personal stories. I am so touched by your honesty and the fact that you are each reaching out to help others despite your own troubles. You are each an inspiration to so many people on the Forum! Right now, someone is reading your posts thinking, "I am not alone." Your inner strength is incredible!
jessgirl, you will get through this and you are right, there is something greater out there for you!!
jsuter69, I hope you have found peace and know that others (even strangers) really care.
Let's kick the PVCs/PACs in the #$$ and give 'em what for!! I hope that you each take some time for yourselves and enjoy some of what Spring brings to your part of the world....May you both reach a point of peace and true success in your lives.
connie
Thank you both for sharing such personal stories. I am so touched by your honesty and the fact that you are each reaching out to help others despite your own troubles. You are each an inspiration to so many people on the Forum! Right now, someone is reading your posts thinking, "I am not alone." Your inner strength is incredible!
jessgirl, you will get through this and you are right, there is something greater out there for you!!
jsuter69, I hope you have found peace and know that others (even strangers) really care.
Let's kick the PVCs/PACs in the #$$ and give 'em what for!! I hope that you each take some time for yourselves and enjoy some of what Spring brings to your part of the world....May you both reach a point of peace and true success in your lives.
connie
Just wanted to tell you that I am a "newbie" but not to the stresses of everyday life...lol
I'm 38 and I have PVC's and PAC's...but when I'm super stressed,like when my husband who was also in the Army was having trouble with PTSD and drug addiction(after returning from Iraq)...it became extremely worse...my heart felt like it was beating real erratic, almost like it couldn't keep a normal rhythm...
My husband was also a firm believer in fidelity, while he was gone I guessed his password on his Yahoo and found out he was "chatting" to SEVERAL different women,not just as friends either....anyway,my husband succombed to the drugs....I've been a widow for almost 9 months now....
Just wanted to let you know that you're not alone.....
I'm 38 and I have PVC's and PAC's...but when I'm super stressed,like when my husband who was also in the Army was having trouble with PTSD and drug addiction(after returning from Iraq)...it became extremely worse...my heart felt like it was beating real erratic, almost like it couldn't keep a normal rhythm...
My husband was also a firm believer in fidelity, while he was gone I guessed his password on his Yahoo and found out he was "chatting" to SEVERAL different women,not just as friends either....anyway,my husband succombed to the drugs....I've been a widow for almost 9 months now....
Just wanted to let you know that you're not alone.....
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