How many times has it happened? I worry and worry about something - and then the "something" I worried about NEVER happens! I wish I could say that I have learned my lesson, but I know I haven't. I was afraid I wouldn't sleep last night - but I went to bed early and slept like a baby. I don't even think I moved the whole night. What a relief. And a good night's sleep makes a big difference in attitude in the morning.
I don't have any more answers on the health issues than I had yesterday - but I'm much more optimistic than I was yesterday. I started the new diuretic - one that doesn't strip potassium, so I feel pretty good about that. My weight was up a little this morning, but that is not unexpected, either. Now we just have to trust that the doctors will find the answers I need and that everything will be OK.
One thing that shocking the heart does to the defibrillator is drain the battery. Every shock shortens considerably the battery life in the device. Typically, they are good for 5 - 7 years, though - so I should still have plenty of time - and they give a lot of warning (like three months) before the battery will completely fade. I'm NOT worrying about it. Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks.
I will keep you posted as things develop.
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