At Brinlee's well check doctor visit to get her Kindergarten Shots, the Doctor noticed that her heart beat was irregular. They said the same thing last year, but after an EKG they said she was ok. But this year he was still concerned and sent us to Primary Children's to a Pediatric Cardiologist. They did another EKG and then the Doctor looked at and listened to her heart more. Brinlee was a little shy at first but as soon as they let her pick a prize (she chose a stuffed red bear) she was happy. The doctor said that she has extra beats in the upper portion of her heart and he wanted to see if it happens many times in a row, so he sent her home with a heart monitor for 24 hours. Brinlee was such a good sports and actually very happy about it, so she could show her friends. She has been really good, not touching it and not complaining about it. She is such a happy girl as you can see in the photo. We will go in for more follow up in 2 months.
They did an unltrasound 0f Brinlee's heart and the doctor diagnosed her with frequent premature atrial contractions. The doctor said that it is nothing serious right now and not effecting her and she may even grow out of it. She just needs to come in each year to check on how she is doing. We feel so grateful that she is ok.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Brinlee's Heart Monitor
Posted by Kate at 9:49 AM
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Oh Kate, how scary (for you mostly). We will keep her in our prayers. But seriously, that picture is the cutest thing ever. I love that girl!
hopefully it's nothing. i have this weird heart-racing thing every once in a while, but not a big deal. you should show her the pic of grandpa all tubed and taped up for his sleeping tests. it's similar, but without a red bear. :)
She is so sweet! i love her cute smile. Hopefully nothing to worry about.
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