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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: March 10, 2020

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Deena Z got a guestbook from Rose Madura

1 month ago (April 11, 2026)

Hi Deena, I had my iron and ferritin checked as you suggested and all was well. Thanks for the advice. (I probably has Susan Lynn confused because I thanks her!!! She set me straight. ðŸ¤ªðŸ¤ª

Deena Z

Glad to hear that, Rose. Check! Sometimes it is a process of elimination, which can be drawn-out or an â€œinstant prizeâ€. How are you feeling now?

Rose Madura

It took about a week or two to adjust to the higher dose of Metoprolol. I'm still having the PACs and with them comes some shortness of breath. My cardiologist said the main thing was to keep me out of AFib which we have. I'm hoping they go away but... Read more.

Deena Z

I agree. It would be nice to know the root causeâ€¦ letâ€™s see what happens over several months.

Rose Madura

Good point! I have a follow up in September. I'm going to start my list of questions. ðŸ‘ŒðŸ‘