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Tag: supraventricular tachycardia
Pacemaker Check
Despite not having insurance at the moment, I attended my pacemaker check (priorities) and found that 70% of the time, I am paced, and I have about 7.5 years left on my pacemaker. The bad news is that on July 1st, around 4 p.m., I went into v tach, which can sometimes lead to cardiac… Continue reading Pacemaker Check
Health PTSD – Warrior Status
Dealing with PTSD from health issues
I Believe You
Misdiagnosis and blatant dismissal is common and can break people down over time.
I crap. You crap. We all crap.
Dumping loads of information on digestion and how it affects our health.
What is Banana Bag Oral Solution?
Banana Bag Oral Solution uses and benefits
Sleep Apnea
I remember when I was 16, telling a doctor that I stopped breathing in my sleep. “No. Not at your age. I don’t believe you.” For the last 5 months, I fought for a sleep study. I was denied because of my age and weight. After making several calls, hours on the phone on different… Continue reading Sleep Apnea
Unveiling Invisible Illnesses – War Paint
Many people with invisible illnesses often make an effort to smooth their hair, conceal tired eyes, and apply a little makeup, regardless of how they feel. This becomes their mask, the "war paint" they wear to face the world. However, there are days when putting on that mask feels impossible, and on those days, they… Continue reading Unveiling Invisible Illnesses – War Paint
How To Be There For Someone With A Chronic Illness
Understanding invisible illness and how to show support
Day 5 Postoperative Pacemaker Update
The past couple of days have been rough. I have been having PACs, which feel like extra heart beats and bouts of Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia. I have had these issues prior to the pacemaker that I just got on June 8th (2017) but was unable to take medication due to chronic Bradycardia, a slow heart rate.… Continue reading Day 5 Postoperative Pacemaker Update