Mended Hearts Open Forum

My name is Bill,

I wonder if anyone out here has racing heart that wakes you up in the morning and it takes several minutes to pass does anyone experience this?  I have Chronic Diastolic Dysfunction, stage three 3 C heart failure, an aortic aneurysm that is 4.5, the right side of my heart is hardened and thicken and I have arterial hardening of the Arties.  My cardiologist said there is no surgery to fix me nor medication to fix me.  The cardiologist is just upping the same medications I have been on and keeps saying thats all she can do for me.  I am scared and my anxiety is out the roof if any one can deal please talk with me.

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William Platten
Retired
N/A
Alliance OH
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I'm sorry. I bought a smart phone from Samsung but the shipped me a stupid one. This is my 3rd attempt to answer you.

So when they say there is nothing further they can do for your condition, that includes a heart transplant? Why? Inothing I read in your posts indicates that is an issue. I know "Cleveland Clinic" is in vogue but you really should get a second opinion from a reputable Cardiologist not affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. @

So, yes I wake with a rampant heart far more often than I care for. The cause of this phenomenon can be many things, most of which are benign and of no concern. Still make a diary and share it with your Cardiologist next visit. 

That being said, based on this and your previous post one key item that may be the root cause is anxiety. Let's face it man, you are really freaked out about your heart condition and that alone can cause the symptoms you describe. Relax, take a deep breath, and remember you are still here breathing and upright. I love my Cardiologists question...how can you do so much with so little? 

Nobody has ever survived life, and you and I won't be the first. Instead of worrying about it, enjoy whatever time God grants you. Bask in the wonder of your kids and savor every moment. See a psychiatrist or psychologist and get some drugs for your anxiety, or even the 14 year old pharmacist on the street for some whacky weed but stop focusing on the negative. 

The big secret to this is...ATTITUDE !  Ho when you're ready, nog when somebody tells you to

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Warren
TucsonAZ
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That sentence at the end was...go when you are ready, not when someone tells you to.

Stupid phone

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Warren
TucsonAZ
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-24-2020 19:06
From: Ralph Warren
Subject: Waking up with a racing heart it feels scary

I'm sorry. I bought a smart phone from Samsung but the shipped me a stupid one. This is my 3rd attempt to answer you.

So when they say there is nothing further they can do for your condition, that includes a heart transplant? Why? Inothing I read in your posts indicates that is an issue. I know "Cleveland Clinic" is in vogue but you really should get a second opinion from a reputable Cardiologist not affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. @

So, yes I wake with a rampant heart far more often than I care for. The cause of this phenomenon can be many things, most of which are benign and of no concern. Still make a diary and share it with your Cardiologist next visit.

That being said, based on this and your previous post one key item that may be the root cause is anxiety. Let's face it man, you are really freaked out about your heart condition and that alone can cause the symptoms you describe. Relax, take a deep breath, and remember you are still here breathing and upright. I love my Cardiologists question...how can you do so much with so little?

Nobody has ever survived life, and you and I won't be the first. Instead of worrying about it, enjoy whatever time God grants you. Bask in the wonder of your kids and savor every moment. See a psychiatrist or psychologist and get some drugs for your anxiety, or even the 14 year old pharmacist on the street for some whacky weed but stop focusing on the negative.

The big secret to this is...ATTITUDE !  Ho when you're ready, nog when somebody tells you to

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Warren
TucsonAZ
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Hello Bill, 
Twice in my 30 years of heart disease I had mornings that I woke up with a racing heart. Like your case my heart beat would settle down after a few minutes. In both cases my doctor's visits didn't reveal anything we didn't already know. In both cases I developed atrial fibrillation within the next year (in the second case the fibrillation was so rapid the doctor called it atrial flutter instead of atrial fibrillation). Both cases about seven years apart and diagnosed and treated by two different cardiologist. In each case I was treated with a cardioversion and the awakening rapid heart beat hasn't happened again. Yes, it is scary when you know that something is wrong but the doctor can't find anything he or she can treat. It is possible that wearing a Holter monitor for a few days would catch it. Check with your cardiologist and don't be afraid to see another cardiologist. I was fortunate that my health plan allows me to see the doctor of my choice. You may have to ask for a referral to another cardiologist or an out of network cardiologist. Good luck and God Bless you and guide your steps.

George

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George Howard
Hurst TX
(817) 282-2403
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-24-2020 19:06
From: Ralph Warren
Subject: Waking up with a racing heart it feels scary

I'm sorry. I bought a smart phone from Samsung but the shipped me a stupid one. This is my 3rd attempt to answer you.

So when they say there is nothing further they can do for your condition, that includes a heart transplant? Why? Inothing I read in your posts indicates that is an issue. I know "Cleveland Clinic" is in vogue but you really should get a second opinion from a reputable Cardiologist not affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. @

So, yes I wake with a rampant heart far more often than I care for. The cause of this phenomenon can be many things, most of which are benign and of no concern. Still make a diary and share it with your Cardiologist next visit.

That being said, based on this and your previous post one key item that may be the root cause is anxiety. Let's face it man, you are really freaked out about your heart condition and that alone can cause the symptoms you describe. Relax, take a deep breath, and remember you are still here breathing and upright. I love my Cardiologists question...how can you do so much with so little?

Nobody has ever survived life, and you and I won't be the first. Instead of worrying about it, enjoy whatever time God grants you. Bask in the wonder of your kids and savor every moment. See a psychiatrist or psychologist and get some drugs for your anxiety, or even the 14 year old pharmacist on the street for some whacky weed but stop focusing on the negative.

The big secret to this is...ATTITUDE !  Ho when you're ready, nog when somebody tells you to

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Warren
TucsonAZ
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Original Message:
Sent: 10/25/2020 4:27:00 PM
From: George Howard
Subject: RE: Waking up with a racing heart it feels scary

Hello Bill, 
Twice in my 30 years of heart disease I had mornings that I woke up with a racing heart. Like your case my heart beat would settle down after a few minutes. In both cases my doctor's visits didn't reveal anything we didn't already know. In both cases I developed atrial fibrillation within the next year (in the second case the fibrillation was so rapid the doctor called it atrial flutter instead of atrial fibrillation). Both cases about seven years apart and diagnosed and treated by two different cardiologist. In each case I was treated with a cardioversion and the awakening rapid heart beat hasn't happened again. Yes, it is scary when you know that something is wrong but the doctor can't find anything he or she can treat. It is possible that wearing a Holter monitor for a few days would catch it. Check with your cardiologist and don't be afraid to see another cardiologist. I was fortunate that my health plan allows me to see the doctor of my choice. You may have to ask for a referral to another cardiologist or an out of network cardiologist. Good luck and God Bless you and guide your steps.

George

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George Howard
Hurst TX
(817) 282-2403
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