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Posted 3/26/2014 1:40 PM (GMT 0)
As if my anxiety wasn't really bad Lately now this

Was Ustinov woken by a call from my aunt that late last night my uncle had a pretty bad heart attack and is currently in the ICU.

During our conversation she said "how can this happen he was fine last month"
Well of course I had to ask what she meant. Last month my uncle had his yearly check up,complete blood work up, EKG and because of his age 49 the doc sent him for a stress test. So when he went back for the results he passed everything with flying colours. Well I didn't need to hear that and now as I worry about my uncle I am also hit with the panic of he had all the same tests I had only a month ago and last night he almost died, so what did my EKG and holter monitor miss

My anxiety is through the roof
Posted 3/26/2014 1:56 PM (GMT 0)
Sending prayers your way....

There could be many underlying factors that you were unaware of that contributed to his heart attack. I know it's challenging, but it's important we try not to look for connections...

My Father had five heart attacks and two cancers,....started in his 40's. So yeah, I get it, believe me. I'm 51 now, and I started the full-fledged worry mode when I started counting anniversaries.

We need to keep scope as well, and remind ourselves that we are unique. These tests are guidelines and are very effective.

Please keep us updated, and let us know how he's doing.

Most definitely let us know how you are faring, as your anxiety is being catapulted by all of this.




M.
Posted 3/26/2014 2:07 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Merrida,

He's in serious but stable condition whatever the hell that means

I am not faring to well as now my father and his youngest brother have both had heart attacks within the period of the last six months. I am trying not to associate or compare or do the what if game but it's a big struggle
Posted 3/26/2014 2:57 PM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry to hear your news and that it has affected your anxiety so badly. It's understandable, I would be the same. My anxiety issues were triggered by my stepfather suffering a stroke on my 40th birthday last year. He is slim, eats well and looked perfectly healthy. My birthday last Thursday was awful because it was all I could think about. Can't offer much advice as I'm really struggling right now but just wanted to wish you well and hope your uncle recovers well. Sending prayers hugs and pixie dust.

A x
Posted 3/26/2014 4:22 PM (GMT 0)
SK.,

I am really sorry to hear about your uncle. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Heredity does factor in to our health status...but even more so are our lifestyle choices.

You are choosing to live a healthy life. You are being monitored by your doctors who see no reason to believe that you are at high risk for any event.

Try to keep your focus positive even as you hear negative/scary news. Doing something nice for your uncle and family is not only a good thing for them, but may help to reduce your own anxieties as well!

Well wishes for your family.

S.C.
Posted 3/27/2014 3:21 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry about your stress. I can only offer prayers, because I feel the same way sometimes. Maybe something else factored into his heart problem. We can only hope that our check ups are correct. Prayers to you for calmness, and for him to recover.
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