So I go to the doctor today...

[Poimen]

Because last week I had some serious chest pains, numbness, etc., and had to go to the ER. We still have a ways to go before everything is more definitive, but it seems I somehow have torn a muscle on the chest wall and/or pulled a joint of some kind in the rib area around the heart. This probably caused most of the heart attack symptoms, and I suppose my panic disorder kicked in about then and did the rest.

On top of that, because of other persistent symptoms, I am now being treated for severe migraines and/or non convulsive seizures that affect perception and vision.

So, now I'm taking a daily dose of Topomax, Mobic, Medrol, plus continuing on Prozac (or their generic counterparts).

Man, I turn thirty and stuff starts falling apart.
Is that how it has been for you Shellie, and the other older folks on J2?


Actually, I'm thankful for the headaches and vision problems to finally be treated as their own condition! So far they had been dismissed and/or lumped in with sleep and panic disorder. Also, I was glad to know that evidently my heart and cardiovascular system is in good health. My blood pressure is looking great. I have a good rhythm, and all my enzymes were clear of any evidence of heart related complications.

Of course I desire all the prayers I can get on my behalf. But I just wanted to share, especially for those of you who knew I had been in the ER this past weekend. Also I welcome any input any of you may have that have experience with these things either professionally or personally.

All in all, though I have had some trying moments the past 5 or so years, my overall health is still good. I am Blessed, and able to work for God and enjoy my family and life -- despite carrying this extra poundage that I seem to have somehow accumulated in my twenties.

[Ilovebigcats]

I had similar issues. Chest pains that mimicked a heart attack. The first time it was clots in my lungs and this last week it was pleurisy. I am on Mobic as well.

33 here I come.

[Shellie]

Poimen said:

it seems I somehow have torn a muscle on the chest wall and/or pulled a joint of some kind in the rib area around the heart.

That would have occurred when you laughed to the point of not breathing during the sermon when scooter was preaching.

I am now being treated for severe migraines

That would stem from having to spend the weekend with me so that scooter could preach.

I suppose my panic disorder kicked in about then

This would could from the knowledge I shared with you about what daughters and the boys they run with act like once they reach their teens and you have what......like three girls?


The moral of the story? Don't have scooter and Shellie in for a revival. It's bad for your health.

[Poimen]

No, you guys were great. Brother Donnie (the Minister of Music) was bragging on the sermons and exhorting the congregation about them again this Sunday.

[one love]

I suffer with migraines all the time, I fully understand. I had panic attacks for a while years ago and start to get one from time to time I do understand. I know how it is you have chest pains then the anxeity takes over and it is horrible. I will pray for you and remember me in prayer

[DeWayneTN]

The moral of the story? Don't have scooter and Shellie in for a revival. It's bad for your health.

So I guess we could call it the opposite of a healing revival.....

[one love]

The moral of the story? Don't have scooter and Shellie in for a revival. It's bad for your health.

So I guess we could call it the opposite of a healing revival.....

now that was funny

[Poimen]

I suffer with migraines all the time, I fully understand. I had panic attacks for a while years ago and start to get one from time to time I do understand. I know how it is you have chest pains then the anxeity takes over and it is horrible. I will pray for you and remember me in prayer

Thanks brother Kevin. It yields a special comfort to know that someone who has experienced identical issues is praying for me and understands all I am feeling, both inside and out.

[Sherry]

I have had severe migraines for over 15 years, they are classified as complicated migraines. I would lose use of my right side, arm, leg and my face would look as if I had a stroke. About 4 years ago I was put on Topamax as a preventative and after finding the right dosage, I haven't had but one or two of those episodes in the last few years and nothing as extreme as I have had in the past which would require hospitalization. Topamax is a wonder drug in my book! Normally treated for seizures, it is making a huge mark in the world for preventing migraines. Hope it works for you too!!

[dolfan]

Didn't know, but I'm glad you're finding your way out of it. I think it may be an early mid-life crisis -- health wise, that is. When I turned 30 I went through some similar things, and it kinda lasted for several years. BUT, you come through it. Now, at 41, I think I'm pretty well okay except for the gout and the gut. Hang in 'ar.

[Full Quiver]

watch that torn muscle dude. It will lay you up for a while if you're not careful.

[biblemanryan]

I empathize with the torn muscle/pulled joint. Last night I sneezed and strained one of my ribs where the cartilage and bone come together. Thankfully, the doctor said he didn't think it actually broke, but if what you have is anything like this, it sure can be painful sometimes. Just remember, no coughing, sneezing, or laughing

[Poimen]

Just remember, no ... laughing

Oh, yeah! You know better than that. I'm the guy known for his laugh.

[Full Quiver]

I thought you were known for greeting the brethren with a kiss, nothing holy about it, and fast food.

[Poimen]

I thought you were known for greeting the brethren with a kiss

Yes. I was known for that as well.

nothing holy about it

Now that's just disgusting. *sick*

and fast food.

Now you lost me there.