A few weeks ago I posted about my health issues and having to wear a Holter Monitor. I had such positive response from people thanking me for posting, that I thought I should post an update with the results and of the blood tests taken.
I went to the Doctor’s last week and received the results. Nothing out of the ordinary, but they did detect an extra beat. I was informed that in a person my age, this wasn’t a big deal. Whew! It also seems that my drastic diet change of cutting out carbs completely, had something to do with it, so I have added them back and not one heart flutter since.
The blood-work came back great. NO Autoimmune diseases, although my platelet count was on the lower side. They said that they will keep an eye on it because my sister has a blood disorder called ITP, and I am to watch for strange bruising, bleeding gums, etc. I already know what to look for because of watching my sister go through it, which is scary.
My parents both had diabetes and heart issues, so I was happy to learn that everything else was within the normal range. What a relief. You see, watching my parents go through so many health issues until their early deaths, has given me anxiety, HUGE anxiety issues. I think of what I witnessed… seeing my Dad dead at our kitchen table, and then 10 years later having to make the decision to turn off my Mom’s life support….it stays with you, it tears at you and causes irrational fears to come to the surface.
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I want to make sure I am healthy for my kids, so if I have to take a millions tests, then so be it. Speaking of, I am now officially at that age where I need to have a mammogram done, tomorrow to be exact. This will be my first one, but for some reason I am not nervous or anxious, in my head, it’s just something that has to be done to insure I am here for my kids.
Have you had a mammogram? I intend to write about my experience for those who may be putting it off out of fear of the unknown. I can’t express how important it is to get this done, even if you don’t have a family history.
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Hey there Di!
Glad to hear that everything is fine with your sweet heart! As far as the mammogram goes, it’s not the most fun you’ll ever have but it’s by far not the worst either. Just prepare the “girls” there’s going to be some squishing and it only smarts for a couple of seconds. Just listen to your technician about where to put your arm, how to turn your head and when to hold your breath & then it will be over! The place I go to…I get a cookie when I’m done 🙂
Good luck & there’s nothing to be afraid of!
Big Hugs,
Gina xoxo
Thanks Gina! I’m not scared at all, my sister told me about hers and I am pretty prepared, or I like to think I am 🙂 I want a cookie too, although it would have to be a gluten-free one, drat! LOL
Glad your oK. Mammogram not to bad.Anxiety can cause issues if not taken care of, my mom just got over being real sick from it.
Anxiety is evil – and I agree, I think the more you worry, the more you make things happen. The mind is a powerful thing. Hope your Mom is doing better!