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What could this be?

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 21:16

I had a catheter ablasion on my heart on Monday and since thursday evening I have had great pain in my back just about where my heart is! It hurts to move my back, stand, sit, and take a deep breath. I went to see dr about it yesterday as it was so painful, he checked my heart and lungs and said they were ok. If I was to get shortness of breath then dont hesitate to seek medical advice,-so far I havent!!! he also told me to take neurofen,it did ease a bit this morning but now it is worse than ever! I am still taking the neurofen but honestly just wish it would go! (have even tried a wheat bag!)

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foxinsocks · 31/03/2007 21:20

I have no idea but could you call the surgeon/consultant who did the ablasion? (or his/her department)

essbeebarmy · 31/03/2007 21:21

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 21:50

GP did say he couldnt hear any noise, and my breathing is ok, maybe I will try and call tomorrow!

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Saggarmakersbottomknocker · 31/03/2007 21:54

bubblicious - is your breathing definitely ok? I wouldn't want to panic you and it probably isn't this but my dd had a clot after she had a cardiac catheter. Can you call the ward and ask for advice?

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 21:57

NO my breathing is absolutely ok

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Saggarmakersbottomknocker · 31/03/2007 21:59

Good Did you have a GA for your ablasion or were you awake?

foxinsocks · 31/03/2007 22:00

if the pain is so bad that nurofen isn't working, I would call now tbh.

You won't be wasting anyone's time and I'm sure they'd rather hear from you than not if you're worried.

LedodgyCheapEasterEggsAreASin · 31/03/2007 22:01

Ring them NOW it may be an infection but better to get it checked now than not!

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 22:03

I was wide a bloody wake and quaking in my boots big time!!!!!!!!! and I never want to be that scared again!

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Saggarmakersbottomknocker · 31/03/2007 22:13

lol - but has it worked?

Seriously though, maybe a call to the ward is in order. Could be pericarditis,

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 22:20

heart seems to try and keep revving up but then doesnt seem to have the energy-thank goodness!

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LedodgyCheapEasterEggsAreASin · 31/03/2007 22:30

Will you ring them NOW please!

madoldcatlady · 31/03/2007 22:34

Plese make the call. Then let us know what they say.

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bubblicious · 31/03/2007 22:36

I can honestly breathe ok Im not rattling I just wondered if anyone knew what this pain could be and if so how I could get rid of it---- I would have to phone a private hosp in London, if i still have pain tomorrow then i will! promise you! I dont like London one bit!

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LedodgyCheapEasterEggsAreASin · 31/03/2007 22:47

Will you please just go to A&E your breathing may be fine but what if there is an infection it could get into your bloodstream you need it checking now!

pinkchampagne · 31/03/2007 22:48

Just phone them & see what they say, bubble!
Hope you have a restful night.

pinkchampagne · 01/04/2007 09:49

How are you this morning, bubble?

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bubblicious · 01/04/2007 16:04

Ihave phoned them, Sister didnt seem that worried but told me if it still hurts tomorrow to call the Arrithymia (sp) Nurse and she will decide what to do! So i have to keep taking the neurofen even thou they arent helping

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essbeebarmy · 01/04/2007 21:18

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bubblicious · 01/04/2007 21:20

they say as I have no prob with breathing hang on until 9am when i can speak to the arrythmia Nurse tomorrow- So please no one else phone a Nurse called Claire tomorrow at 9

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essbeebarmy · 01/04/2007 21:25

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bubblicious · 01/04/2007 21:27

LOL yes I have a very laid back non commital DH. PC will keep an eye on me thanks. I will be on phone to nurse first thing tomorrow thou as this has been going on since thursday evening!

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pinkchampagne · 01/04/2007 21:30

I will indeed keep an eye on you, bubble, but your DH needs to be taking care of you too!
Hope Claire the nurse is helpful tomorrow!

essbeebarmy · 02/04/2007 10:18

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pinkchampagne · 02/04/2007 10:30

I have had a text from bubblicious this morning & I am sure she won't mind me posting on her behalf, as she is hopefully resting atm!
She phoned the nurse this morning & explained her symptoms to her. The nurse said immediately that it sounded like she had something called Pericarditus, which is basically inflamation of the heart lining.
She was told that the only thing she could do was rest & continue with the pain killers, and if no improvement in two days, she is to go back to the GP.

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