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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Mitral Stenosis, Aortic Aneurysm, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: May 14, 2020

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Stephanie Arnold posted an update

3 years ago (September 3, 2022)

im still in prayer mode for our own ana brusso who hopefully is resting and recovering from surgery done sept1. and im still in prayer about my own self, because of the dx of mild mitral regurg. and also hoping the 100mg of trazodone prescribed for insomnia is not having... Read more.

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Rose Madura

Oh Stephanie. I think of you often out in the boonies all by yourself. But you have us and we are here for you. God bless you. Stay strong. You are one of the greatest warriors. You have been through so much. You inspire us all.❤️🙏👍😊

Frank Giovanniello

Stephanie, it's all a matter of time to get use to the meds. Just listen to the doctor about the mitral regurgitation. And please rest up, your always on the go.❤️

Klara ÄœiäIä‡

Dearest Stephanie, try not to worry for that medication, it was given to you to help you, just repeat it to yourself...the dose you are taking is really not that high and should only help you without causing sideeffects... It should relieve your anxiety and help you sleep better. So... Read more.

Tom Everson

Hi. Think of something fun to do . Starting next Sunday (9/11) it will be nice and cool (79). You are a tough Heart Warrior

Patsy Stewart

Stephanie, Iâ€™m offering up prayers for you. Our minds tend to work overtime. Try not to overthink too much about your new prescription and the possible side effects. Try to look at the good side that it can help you get some much needed rest. If you start having symptoms,... Read more.

Susan Lynn

Stephanie - You remain in our prayers. Hoping that you find a treatment that addresses your condition with minimal side effects. I, too, am sensitive to medications and understand your concern. Stay positive- better days are ahead! ❤️🙏

Stephanie Arnold

well, thank you all for the encouragement. yeh, so far,i think the trazodone 100mg is alright. and,yes,i DO overthink stuff. another side effect of general anxiety,and ptsd. so, with the help of weekly televisits with my delightful therapist, ( cbt) i am working through much of this mental stuff. and... Read more.

Stephanie Arnold posted an update

3 years ago (September 1, 2022)

i just opened my email and read about ana brusso having a rerun. this beautiful lady was one of my original prayer warriors when i first joined this group in may 2020 after AVR. she has been a constant as i have shared my stuff with you all, when i... Read more.

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Stephanie Arnold posted an update

3 years ago (July 17, 2022)

heart anxiety after cardiologist appt. is waking me up at night. i really can't help freaking out when doctor said mitral valve 2/6 insufficiency. come back in 6 months for an echo. i thought all that pain and fear and long recovery time cured me. they gave me an edwards... Read more.

Klara ÄœiäIä‡

Dear Stephanie, everything will be alright :) Hang in there and be strog!

Rose Madura

Stephanie, I'm thankful that you aren't in an emergency basis again with your heart. Six months is a long time. Try not to worry. I know it's easy for me to say. Our bodies can be resilient and trust the good Lord to see you through. I know you are... Read more.

Stephanie Arnold

you are right, rose. and my faith is definitely helping. i worked through that scare, figurong that 6 months? cant be THAT bad. my primary doc said not to worry. its actually not that unusual to have a little leak after a repair. i guess they figured it would hold,... Read more.

Rose Madura

You are amazing!

Marie Myers

You went through so much with your surgery, and it is natural to be on edge with doctors visits. I know sometimes I do too much â€œnow what?â€ kind of thinking, especially with doctor visits. Are you on anything for anxiety on a regular basis? I had a bit of... Read more.

Stephanie Arnold

rose, thanks. i appreciate your feedback. yeh, i think im gonna be alright on the 100mg trazodone. buspirone had weird side effects, nd zoloft was really horrible. so i think i will just flow with this for now. im starting to sleep better, anxiety better, which in turn helps keep... Read more.