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kandagal


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And no wonder.  There I was going down the highway doing 85 in a 90 zone, feeling very relaxed as I listened to some nice music when I started to feel faint. So I immediately started to slow down but before I was completely stopped it was like a dark curtain came cross & I couldn't see anything.  I don't think I blacked out completely as I could still think.  I couldn't pull off the road as I couldn't see what the verge was like so I just stopped in the left lane.  Cars pulled out from behind me & just kept going.  My vision gradually cleared & I was able to continue on but I realised I still wasn't completely ok so I flagged down  a car &  lovely helpful couple stopped.  He drove my car & I went with his wife in theirs & they took me to the local ambulance & then eventually to hospital.  We're still not sure of the cause but probably heart beat getting out of kilter.  I don't think I lost consciousness completely more of  greyout than a blackout.  Anyway I have an appointment with cardiologist on Thursday.  Could be I will need a pacemaker.  I'm banned from driving until all sorted out. Cheers Alice



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good luck,my mum had a pacemaker for many years..

how will you get around now?

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kandagal


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Not fully diagnosed yet Milo. I suppose if I eventually do get one I'll be able to drive again & soon I hope

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Oh that's terrible Alice. What an awful fright.
Hope you get it all sorted soon and you are feeling better in no time.
Not long till your cruise, hoping it won't stop you from going.

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What a wonderful Guardian Angel you have, to look after you through all that, and find a nice couple to help you as well.
Goodonya Angel! Keep up the good work!!

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kandagal


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Thanks Gerty. They'll have to put me in handcuffs & leg irons to stop me going on the cruise. Hopefully all will be sorted out by 13/4. Cheers Alice

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That's funny I've had a few turns like that too, years ago but not recent.

Nowadays I get these awful palpitations.

Good luck Alice hope it's not serious.

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Alice - a pacemaker is an amazing thing - my mother in law had one for many years - and was fine - older than you too!!!!

You must surely have a guardian angel - saved you twice now!!!! Take care, do what they docs tell you - you will get on the cruise for sure!!!!!
And enjoy every minute of it, I am sure!! Take care, you and Keith.

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They will have you off the road for 2 weeks & the same for not lifting your arms. After that you are good to go. PS I was in more than a little trouble & had a pacemaker implanted a little while ago, they operated on me on Saturday night & I was discharged on Monday mid-day. So far happy ever after, all's good.

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My father had a pacemaker fitted a couple of years ago after a "funny turn" in the garden. In and out of hospital within 3 days and no problems since. He wasn't allowed to drive for 6 weeks though. You should be good by April.

Best wishes, Robert

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Hi Alice

we came around this afternoon to bring you some books ( 350 of them )

and Keith told us what happened

please take it easy until all is sorted dear

wishing you an speedy recovery

 

cheers John



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So glad your Angel was there Alice.  You take care of yourself.  It's marvellous what they can do these days.

You'll be right as rain in no time.

Cheers,

Sheba.



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Hope all goes well for you Alice and you are back on track sooner than soon.

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Keep well guys.. I don't need one.. My Mrs takes care of that !!!

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You were so lucky you were being looked after, I am sure that you will be fine, just take care and hope it all get's sorted out for you quickly.

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Very scarey thing! Seems like some one is looking after you !

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It must of been very scary for you - so good luck with your cardiologist - I am sure you will be up and running in no time.

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Thanks everyone for good wishes. Also thanks John for books. At the moment I have my 17 year old grand daughter (who has had her licence 6 weeks) as chauffeur. Poor Keith is up at Dickabram Bridge alone. I am down in Maroochydore with daughter. I guess all will sort out. Cheers Alice

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Stay safe and keep looking forward to the cruise
Ken

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What a fright you must have had, when all that was happening. You really do have someone looking after you. I hope all goes well and just take it easy.



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