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I am going in for my TOE procedure tomorrow. But I had to say this, in all conversations I've had with my GP who I do trust greatly, he rightly said we are all different, there is a little bit of mind over matter in there, there is no definite lifespan and depending on your age a second one is...

Thanks everyone. I know I have to go with the flow. I will react to the IV as my body will see it as invasive. I'm not nervous about this procedure I just wanted to know what it was and you've been great so far. I spoke with the Consultant's secretary yesterday and she told me that she wasn't...

Gaby, my heart beats out of my chest most nights and I don't know why; you can see my pulse points bouncing and feel it and see it in my abdomen. I've not said anything to anyone as it passes but it is frightening. Sometimes I get all clammy at the same time but no pain. I've got bad circulation...

I am being sussed out for an aortic heart valve replacement so it's good to hear how well your husband is doing Gaby. I've been told once you start moving about things just get better. I'm sure they will find out why he's got this little 'blip' but don't worry about it, he'll be home soon.

Thanks for that. I actually don't want sedation as that means I have to spend 24 hours in hospital due to possible side effects of the drug and the injection. I will ask about the contrast dye as they have told me none will be used but I do imagine they need something. I'm not even sure about...

Can someone explain this to me in detail. I have no wish to be sedated as I'd like to get home and I am very sensitive to metals and chemicals, both of which are in an injection! I've been told it doesn't hurt. I may be sore for a few hours but nothing else. So, are there any side effects, why...