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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
(54,345 posts)niyad
(134,058 posts)recovery and healing.
livetohike
(24,433 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
(17,767 posts)So glad you are now on the other side of this. May your recovery be easy, swift and complete!!!
Grim Chieftain
(2,064 posts)So very glad you are doing well, padfun!
malaise
(298,052 posts)Now be gentle with yourself and take time to heal
mgardener
(2,408 posts)You are OK.
Speedy recovery wishes!
ms liberty
(11,378 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
(6,626 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
(11,575 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
SheltieLover
(81,750 posts)Laurelin
(965 posts)Hoping for a speedy recovery. You should feel so much better soon.
Efilroft Sul
(4,465 posts)murielm99
(33,095 posts)Keep us informed.
mwmisses4289
(4,749 posts)Richluu
(161 posts)Add walking to your schedule as you heal.
sinkingfeeling
(58,056 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
(4,636 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
(197,213 posts)PCIntern
(28,597 posts)MustLoveBeagles
(17,318 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
(44,201 posts)NoMoreRepugs
(12,235 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
(10,860 posts)Happy you are recovering so fast!
padfun
(1,927 posts)DFW
(60,463 posts)I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could, I thought I could,...........
Hope22
(4,888 posts)Keep up the good work! My best to you.
Joinfortmill
(21,679 posts)eggplant
(4,234 posts)peggysue2
(12,606 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
(13,500 posts)irisblue
(37,938 posts)wolfie001
(7,981 posts)More great news like this is appreciated!
TBF
(37,240 posts)BaronChocula
(4,771 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
(95,371 posts)FemDemERA
(915 posts)Hoping for a quick recovery and smooth sailing going forward!
❤️🩹
IbogaProject
(6,079 posts)Great to hear. Remember slow and steady on the increase in effort. Vitamin C to improve blood vessel healing.
Clouds Passing
(8,207 posts)mountain grammy
(29,223 posts)Get well soon!
orleans
(37,208 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.
sdfernando
(6,109 posts)Hope recovery is complete and quick.
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