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I made it guys. I will be in ICU for 2 days then 5 in regular,. I only needed 3 bypasses, not 5. 22 hours and they have me sitting in a chair for 2 hours or more. I am still wired up.
Thanks for all your support in the other thread.
Vinca
(54,343 posts)niyad
(134,056 posts)recovery and healing.
livetohike
(24,429 posts)in. Wishing you a quick recovery
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padfun
(1,927 posts)And no pain since they got me on some opiate.
hamsterjill
(17,765 posts)So glad you are now on the other side of this. May your recovery be easy, swift and complete!!!
Grim Chieftain
(2,060 posts)So very glad you are doing well, padfun!
malaise
(298,036 posts)Now be gentle with yourself and take time to heal
mgardener
(2,407 posts)You are OK.
Speedy recovery wishes!
ms liberty
(11,375 posts)dupagelib
(171 posts)To life!
I'd tell you a joke but laughing might be painful. I owe you one. A speedy and painless recovery.
JMCKUSICK
(6,623 posts)Take your time, and it sounds like there's some emotional stuff going on.
I had the same intense feelings of gratitude after I woke up the second day.
God Speed PadFun.
OldBaldy1701E
(11,566 posts)They kicked my poor ass out the door on the fifth day!
Congrats on your successful operation!
Again!!
padfun
(1,927 posts)Medicare plus Cal Govm health plan. Total cost, just the meds when I leave.
Alice Kramden
(2,966 posts)Best wishes for your comfort and healing
markie
(24,067 posts)SheltieLover
(81,741 posts)Laurelin
(965 posts)Hoping for a speedy recovery. You should feel so much better soon.
Efilroft Sul
(4,465 posts)murielm99
(33,094 posts)Keep us informed.
mwmisses4289
(4,747 posts)Richluu
(161 posts)Add walking to your schedule as you heal.
sinkingfeeling
(58,053 posts)MLAA
(19,802 posts)Heres a great book to help you take care of that newly improved heart ❤️. If you are interested and have any trouble getting it DM me and Ill get you a copy. All the best!
Here it is from a used book site. Prices low but shipping usually adds another $5 or so.
https://www.alibris.com/Prevent-and-Reverse-Heart-Disease-The-Revolutionary-Scientifically-Proven-Nutrition-Based-Cure-Caldwell-B-Esselstyn/book/29842567?matches=303
padfun
(1,927 posts)I want to help the authors
raging moderate
(4,635 posts)You sound strong and smart and victorious!
PS Also, hooray for your doctors and nurses!
padfun
(1,927 posts)They did 7 heart surgery yesterday.
democrank
(12,681 posts)So glad youre on the other side of the surgery. Take good care.
underpants
(197,210 posts)PCIntern
(28,595 posts)MustLoveBeagles
(17,316 posts)Glad you're on the mend and the two other bypasses weren't needed. Sending you a virtual hug and healing vibes.
Cobalt Violet
(9,977 posts)Hope you have a smooth recovery.
padfun
(1,927 posts)appalachiablue
(44,196 posts)NoMoreRepugs
(12,234 posts)Will be monitoring your progress and recovery journey. All my best.
padfun
(1,927 posts)There are quite a few here that went through it
Jersey Devil
(10,859 posts)Happy you are recovering so fast!
padfun
(1,927 posts)DFW
(60,461 posts)I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could,...........
Hope22
(4,883 posts)Keep up the good work! My best to you.
Joinfortmill
(21,679 posts)eggplant
(4,234 posts)peggysue2
(12,602 posts)Twenty-two hours in surgery and they have you sitting up in a chair?
Impressive.
May the wind be at your back from here on out.
S/V Loner
(9,562 posts)A new life. Congrats!
LoisB
(13,494 posts)irisblue
(37,934 posts)wolfie001
(7,976 posts)More great news like this is appreciated!
TBF
(37,237 posts)BaronChocula
(4,769 posts)I'm raising a spiritual glass. Happy healing!
Marie Marie
(11,531 posts)Nevilledog
(55,140 posts)Listen to the medical folks and don't do too much too soon. So glad to hear you're on the mend.
calimary
(90,835 posts)Little by little itll just keep on getting better.
dalton99a
(95,356 posts)FemDemERA
(915 posts)Hoping for a quick recovery and smooth sailing going forward!
❤️🩹
IbogaProject
(6,076 posts)Great to hear. Remember slow and steady on the increase in effort. Vitamin C to improve blood vessel healing.
Clouds Passing
(8,201 posts)mountain grammy
(29,221 posts)Get well soon!
orleans
(37,207 posts)AncientOfDays
(272 posts)I don't remember how long I was in the hospital - wasn't long. They give you a pillow to hug while getting out of chairs.
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