Heart Stopped On The Table

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hers is triggered by anxiety or excitement. She sees the cardiologist again in August. He told us to look for signs, and to try and get her seated before she passes out. But he didn't mention anything else. I definitely have more questions now.

[clk 3,519]

Wow. I'm so thankful you're okay. Wishing you the best with your rescheduled surgery. I'll be thinking of you and hope everything goes well. This time, your surgeon won't be surprised by any reactions, so I'm sure they'll be prepared to help you through this without problems.

Keep us posted!

~Cheri

[MinaT 669]

Vasovagal syncope is actually where your blood pressure and heart rate drops abruptly causing you to lose consciousness. Sometimes being nervous, upset or afraid can cause this. Older people have been known to get it while straining to have a bowel movement. I would get it when I found something hilarious and would burst out laughing (normally one of those gut wrenching laughs that could make you fart or have you known someone laugh so hard they peed a little)? Being dehydrated, extremely anxious can contribute to it.

I had a heart monitor in my chest for over a year, and since starting my diet in November 2011 I haven't had it. I got the heart monitor removed in December.

I believe that the weight itself on my body was a big trigger too.

Try to make sure you are properly hydrated the day before surgery. I know it's hard to control, but try your best to go into the surgery less stressed, try to stay positive that the surgery will be a success, there will be no strain on your heart this time and you will be on your road to healthy new you.

Sometimes positive thoughts do help control your anxiety.