Health related

[c1sissy]

thank you stuart.

 

[c1sissy]

Still no answer.

Office called and the results still aren't in. They were supposed to have had them faxed to their office on friday.

I had hoped that I would hear by today. :cry:

 

[Toneboy]

The waiting must be horrible, I would have always thought it is safer for a medical office to play it safe on the estimate of when someone will receive a diagnosis. Surely the stress involved in something like this can only make a situation worse.

 

[Andyt]

Hi C1sissy

I'm afraid I can't quote scriptures to you like the other guys here but I do believe in the undoubted power of prayer. I have followed your posts on the Outfront forum and although I have never replied to them, you have often been in my thoughts and I will send a special prayer for you this evening.

 

[c1sissy]

Hi AndyT, I'm sorry but I don't recall seeing you on outfront, but welcome to this forum, I hope that I get to know you in outfront, and thanks for the prayers, as they are going to be needed a tad more.

Toneboy, thanks for the prayers, and yes the waiting was horendous.(sp?)

I just hung up from the pulmonary dr.

What they were looking for was not there, thanking God for that. Now the bad news.

During the echocardiogram, the heart is supposed to pump at 55%, mine is only pumping at 42%. I now have to see a cardiologist. I'm very upset right now.

I thought that hearing from the dr would end the suspense? per say.

He isnt sure if this is causing the breathing problems or not since it would be the cardiologist that would be dealing with this he didn't want to hedge any guesses. I of course appreciate the fact that he won't.

Thanks for the support and the prayers.

 

[c1sissy]

update

Posting an update on the heart situation.

I had my cardiologist appointment on monday, and they admited me right into the hospital in fear of my having a heart attack. I was imedatly scheduled for heart catherization. Thank God that showed no blockages.

I have minimal heart muscle damage, which is a minor but not serious heart failure, not assocated with congestive heart failure. My blood pressure is low, and my heart rate very high. They seem to think that exercise and medication will do the trick. Just the meds are a expense that is one we don't need right now.

I need to rest due to the incision into the main artery in the groin not opening up and bleeding, and a tad exhausted. But for the first tiem in ages I can breath relatively well.

Thank you everyone for the prayers.

 

[Toneboy]

Re: update

Originally posted by c1sissy
I need to rest due to the incision into the main artery in the groin not opening up and bleeding, and a tad exhausted. But for the first tiem in ages I can breath relatively well.

Well, that's one good thing at least.

Will continue to pray for you. ray:

 

[c1sissy]

Thanks soooo much for the prayers as I know that is what got me through this.

Even though I have no fear of dying, I have the fear of leaving my children. I dont' know if that makes sense or not. So thanks again for the prayers.

 

[JOSHI]

I have many health realted issues going on in my life. I won't go into all of them as I don't want to sound as though I am complaining or posting a my life sucks post.

A new one has arrisen over the past 3 months that has increased my lack of energy which I need to work. In a two week peroid I am to work 30 hours, and the past three months have only managed to get in 20-25 hours a pay cycle. I don't want to loose this job as I need it. I work at home in a medical billing job.

My breathing has been horrible, causing me to become more exhausted more easily. I'm in the process of testing to see what the problem is. Yesterday I went through breathing tests. Next week I am to have an echo cardiogram done.

Today I am more exhausted from the tests yesterday. And I think that this is all begining to become very depressing. I think for the most part I do manage to overcome/hide the depression as to not upset my family. I can live with the chronic pain, but not having energy to function and take care of just the basica daily things in life, and with christmas upcoming and the things i need to do to prepare for this, I need my energy levels to increase greatly.

We are very sorry to hear this../ we will add this to pray for you,.,. please be with the faith on Lord.. living or other.. all need to belongs to God .. we will pray for you.. blessings

 

[Nikita]

I have many health realted issues going on in my life. I won't go into all of them as I don't want to sound as though I am complaining or posting a my life sucks post.

A new one has arrisen over the past 3 months that has increased my lack of energy which I need to work. In a two week peroid I am to work 30 hours, and the past three months have only managed to get in 20-25 hours a pay cycle. I don't want to loose this job as I need it. I work at home in a medical billing job.

My breathing has been horrible, causing me to become more exhausted more easily. I'm in the process of testing to see what the problem is. Yesterday I went through breathing tests. Next week I am to have an echo cardiogram done.

Today I am more exhausted zumba workout from the tests yesterday. And I think that this is all begining to become very depressing. I think for the most part I do manage to overcome/hide the depression as to not upset my family. I can live with the chronic pain, but not having energy to function and take care of just the basica daily things in life, and with christmas upcoming and the things i need to do to prepare for this, I need my energy levels cbd drops to increase greatly.

I'm really sorry to hear you're going through all of this. It sounds incredibly difficult to balance the challenges with your health, work, and maintaining the strength to manage daily life, especially with the holidays approaching. You're being incredibly strong by pushing through, but it's completely understandable that the exhaustion is weighing on you, physically and emotionally.

The fact that you're in the process of getting tests done is a positive step toward figuring out what's going on, which hopefully will lead to some relief or answers soon. But until then, it sounds like the fatigue is making everything feel overwhelming.

If you're open to it, consider having a conversation with your supervisor at work. You don’t have to go into all the details, but explaining that you're experiencing health issues might allow for some flexibility or support in your work schedule. Many employers will be understanding when someone is going through something like this, especially if you have a good track record.

For the exhaustion and mental strain, I wonder if it might help to prioritize small, manageable tasks, both for work and home. Trying to do everything at once can feel crushing, especially when you're low on energy. Breaking things down might make the load feel a little lighter. Also, even though you're shouldering a lot, don't hesitate to lean on your family for help or emotional support — you don’t have to carry this all alone.

It’s also really important to acknowledge that it’s okay to not always be okay. Chronic health issues, fatigue, and pain can lead to depression, and trying to hide it from your family can be exhausting in itself. It's natural to feel low sometimes when your body isn’t cooperating. Maybe finding someone you can talk to — whether it’s a friend, a therapist, or a support group — could help lift some of that emotional weight.

I truly hope that the tests bring you answers soon and that you start feeling more energy returning. Don’t forget to take care of yourself mentally as well as physically, and it’s okay to reach out for help when you need it.