does it change you also to peanut

• by trish
• 2015-03-30 11:03:53
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I too suffered from PTSD after events leading to pacemaker. Had sudden cardiac arrest resulting on horrid fall of ceramic tile. Cardiologist states that impact restarted my heart. SCA again of 22 seconds during implant . During that restart R ventricle was punctured by lead . Pericardial drain necessary with stay in CICU And these episodes were preceded by severe septic shock(antibiotic induced) 12 months before. I was unconscious 6 days in ICU with 4 more in stepdown, I am retired advance practice nurse but I did not realize PTSD could occur from physical shock until it hit me. Had tremendous startle reflex, agitation, severe anxiety. depression to point of feeling suicidal. I felt no one understood. Cardiologist never mentioned or inquired about psychological state. Internist had me try a antidepressant to which I had paradoxical reaction resulting I ambulance ride to ER. Therapy a joke for me . She said raise my eyebrows when feeling bad. Was able to do my own relaxation techniques having taught prepared childbirth classes for many years . Also worked with returning Viet Nam vets in inpatient mental health facility. These experience were of great value to me in caring for self . However , might have been much cardiologist had discussed the possibility of PTSD early one. Now a year later , symptoms have greatly reduced. I now feel well most of the time My husband of over 56 years can attest to how bad I was and also to my great improvement now. Hang in there , Peanut. It will get better. This site is a great help. Trish