Julie Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 But, I'm in need of prayers and positive vibes. I've had a nasty cough since Sept. 17th. Went to the doc 2 weeks ago and she gave me an inhaler to use. I've had a few days where I felt a bit better. Then, yesterday afternoon, I started wheezing and then, in the night I was having some trouble breathing and was gurgling! (Having never gurgled or wheezed before, it was mildly entertaining--for a little bit--then I got kind of scared. My ankles started swelling up and I was coughing up water. (How weird is that?) I was a bit light-headed as well.Anyway, went to the doc today and she was concerned that I might be going into heart failure (WTH!!!!) She did an EKG, a bunch of blood work and another chest xray. Everything turned out fine. She's a bit stumped. She perscribed me an Advair inhaler, some antibiotics and some prilosec (apparently reflux can show up in some of my symptoms) I had a tiny fever too I guess, but my white blood count was fine. She says if this doesn't help, she wants me to have a CAT scan because she is afraid I might have a tumor behind my heart that isn't showing up on the xray. Hmmmmm....... So, I'm kind of concerned. I've had a rough year and I'm a little scared. Anyway, I know you guys can work your magic here and I do so appreciate it!Blessings!Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecstasy Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 I'm on it, Julie, and I'm here whenever you need to talk or have a little company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianchick Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Julie...my positive vibes are headed your way...you know it isn't all bad...I have cat scans and MRI'S all the time...and the last time I had one...the DRS actually found a heart...( I really didn't think I had one) so good can also come from this...take care Valorie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leff'tHome Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Don't let this linger. If you don't get well PDQ, follow through. My husband has a tumor that was not visible because of the location of his heart and it turned out that there was a problem. He's good now, but keep on it! Our prayers are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie, I wasn't posting when you announced that your husband had passed away earlier this year. When I learned of it I was pretty crushed for your sake. We EC.Com members followed your love story with him, and were genuinely moved and delighted for you when you married, as it was a long journey for you to find your "the one". I wanted to mention that, and that I'll pray for you on this new challenge you're facing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMan Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie...I feel for you. All my prayers and good thoughts are with you at this time. Hey Julie....miracles do happen....they found that Valorie actually does have a heart. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie...You will be in my prayers.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneG Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 You're in my prayers, Julie. I hope your doctor finds out quickly what is going on - she sounds proactive, and that's good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okstevens Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie,There is a great radio show Dukeandthedoctor.com you may want to check out. You can listen to it on line or go their site and click on affiliates to find a local station. You will not be disappointed. Don't only count on the doctors. YOU need to be proactive. There is so much we can do for ourselves. The body and God want us to be well. Prayers and supplements and blessings to ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie - just be sure and follow up until you get to the bottom of what's wrong - and chin up and try to keep a positive attitude - I will be thinking about you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missy Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Take care of yourself Julie, prayers go out to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reid C. Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Hang in there Julie, and all the best. Reid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie-Thinking and praying for you. Hope everything clears up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherberries Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie, my prayers are with you. Prayer worked for my neice, and her parents appreciated the prayers from this "family" so much. Take care. Sherry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmichel Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 My thoughts are with you Julie...My prayers are sent...I hope it turns out to be something very minor that can be easily treated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Julie, was this your regular doctor? Maybe there is a combination of some meds causing this. Kirk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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