cbhowell Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Well, b/c I am new to the board, let me quickly tell my story. First of all, I am a 23 year old male. On Dec. 26, 2003, I noticed my heart racing while I was relaxing at home. After trips to the ER, family doctor, cardiologist, endocrinologist, neurologist, infectious disease specialist, and hospitalization, I found this site. I noticed that the symptoms seemed to describe how I felt. So I looked at the physicians list and found one in Charleston, SC, 2 hours from home. I visited Dr. Bergmann on June 23, and was quickly diagnosed with POTS. He reassured me that I WOULD NOT DIE, which really helped me (That was my biggest fear). He gave me Florinef to go with the Toprol that I was already on. The Florinef and Toprol have done wonders for me and returned me close to normal. After having a diagnosis, being assured that this will not kill me, and medications that have helped, I moved on with my life today. I am 26 credit hours short of getting my Business Management degree from the Univ. of S. Carolina. I started summer school today, and it has given me a sense of getting on with my life. With the Lord's help, I will graduate in May of 2005. Thanks to all who post here. It helped me find a doctor to help me, and let me know I am not alone.ThanksCasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Casey, good for you!!! I'm glad you were able to find a doctor, and got on meds that are helping. I hope your schooling goes quickly--I'll be rooting for ya (I'm in school too).Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calypso Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 I am so glad you are getting back to your normal life. Don't let this illness bring you down as it has for so many. The best thing you can do for yourself is keep doing what you have been doing; just be sure to rest enough, stay active enough and eat/hydrate well. Sounds like the meds are helping a lot too. That's just great! Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ling Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 I am so happy for you and go out and take on the world with both hands. Always keep your focused on the Lord and you are more than half way there. When hard times come and you get sick or worst we will always be here for you. But remember the strength within can only come from the Lord. Everyday that you can do "normal" things remember this is a wonderful blessing the Lord has given you.With out the Lord in my life, I would not be here today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ethansmom Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Thank you so much for sharing your success story with us. I like to see people come back here and update on their progress when doing WELL. Congrats on your degree, I wish you the best with that and am so glad you are feeling better Good luck to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beala Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Casey,That is so nice you have found something that works for you ~ Good Luck with school Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnicornIsis Posted July 7, 2004 Report Share Posted July 7, 2004 Casey,CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I'm 21, and trying to take a class a semester at the local community college just to stay in school. I had 2 years at a four year college when I got sick. I'm determined to get my degree one way or another. If I'd been on time I would have graduated in May 2005 with my 4 year degree, so maybe I'll get to pretend I'm walking up there with you when you graduate! I'm proud of you for finding your doc yourself with the help of these people (as I did), and continuing your education!!MP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Sawicki Posted July 8, 2004 Report Share Posted July 8, 2004 Thanks for letting us know you found this site helpful. It's great to hear you found a doctor, medication that works AND are getting on with your life. Good for you. I wish you the best.Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brwneyedchica Posted July 8, 2004 Report Share Posted July 8, 2004 I'm so excited for you! It's great that you are able to continue your education. I'm also in school (though I'm taking the summer off) and I will graduate next summer. It's so inspiring to hear about others who have POTS who are working through it and reaching goals! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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