I won't switch. I didn't ask him and he assumed I just wanted a consultation although he really checked me out. He also asked if I had the caratoid artery checked. I am having that done on the 26th and only he and the doctor prescribing the drug asked about it since the operation on it. I was really impressed at his thoroughness. Maybe I should have. He is in his late seventies I think and don't know when he is going to retire. I just had so much confidence in him. He is so special.
Much more than my other two. I might ask Zeynep what she thinks.
I emailed the one prescribing the medicine about the 150 dose. I see her on the 26th. My other cardiologist sent me to her.
bobby
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Have you not seen her then I am a little confused?

Donna

I have an appt on aug 26. Nobody yet has answered my email. I am very hyper and tired. I am having a hard time concentrating so reading is difficult. I didn't sleep much.

I don't know what happened. My anxiety went through the roof. I was so distraught I didn't think of taking a klonopin. Instead I wound up making three watercress sandwiches and ate them bread mayonaisse and all. Then I went to sleep. I am so worried about the upcoming appointment with the cardiologist and wonder what she will say about raising the dose. I worry about the new cellphone and if I will be able to figure out. I just turned on the ac.
I can't take stress! It is so painful.
I am lost. also the new medication will help me stop thinking that I am going to get a heart attack or another stroke because my cholesterol is so high. That is shaking me up because I was getting used to the idea that I was going to have another stroke or heart attack and my days were numbered. Instead of feeling relieved my anxiety just sky rocketed.

I am sorry that you are stressing about things in general.
Have you tried the bike again? Exercise helps with your cholesterol levels.
how are your triglycerides?
bizi

the doctor said they wren't that bad. Last time I used the bike I really hurt. I have been so stressed I can't do anything right now. right now I have another stomach ache I think from gas. I think i have ibs

I left more bones and a toy for danny with the doorman. That should keep him busy for a while. I told Robert I would supply him with bones.
bobby

Bobby

I think technically part of the problem is that the anxiety is controlling
your stomach too. It also is what happens sometimes.

So just take some klonipin when you can and work on the anxiety.

Donna

Bobby. I agree the anxiety does have impact on our bowls. IBS is known to have increased symptoms during times of high stress. The brain body connection.

When my mind gets stuck with specific worry, I write the stressor down then say out loud "what is the worst thing that may happen?" Think about this for short time Then " what is the best thing that may happen?" Think about this longer. Then I imagine the out come to go right down the middle. For example I may have trouble at first with the cell phone but I will eventually figure it out because I am a strong intelligent woman. Plus I have a phone that will make my life more safe. Feed your brain reality, not what ifs. Thinking about negative "What ifs" Is wasting your precious energy. It is not easy, I understand.

My mother had severe depression, anxiety and agoraphobia. I was a support and tried to help her and worry my anxiety may get out of hand so I jump on it at the first indication of it getting out of control. It is always there but I can tap it down with the above example.

My dog is obsessed with tennis balls and will play fetch until she drops. We took her to a park with a court and she charged to the tennis court trying to scoop up all the loose balls. It was so funny.

Take care

thank you so much for your excellent advice. I will try it. I used to be very bright but after my stroke I suffered brain damage and I get so frustrated and negative when I have trouble figuring out things.
so funny about your dog. I loved the image.
I heard about raising the dosage to 150. The np said that is what they usually start the patient on and will see if my insurance cooperates.
I just heard from Robert. He said he will help me with the tracfone He was thrilled that I got Danny who is an aggressive chewer more bones and a toy.
I will read your advice again and again.
thank you again.fondly
bobby
I do tend to think the worse but the new medication I am going to take by injection lowers your bad cholesterol big time. Robert is a genius.
I tried the kava kava this morning but felt nothing. My anxiety is still quite high.
I will take an extra klonopin.