Open heart surgery

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n_huffhines said:
My Dad had heart surgery 2 years ago, and it was probably a week before he really had his faculties about him
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it takes some time,I was surprised at how short of breath I was,that was my biggest problem after a couple of days
 
#55
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volger said:
8am tomorrow scheduled for me. Pretty scared about this and wanted to get others opinions on this. I'm 54 years old and the surgeon said I could get another 20 years with the procedure.

I had a heart attack on 16 Oct. Had the catheter procedure a couple days later. They couldn't do a stint job as the blockage was too great.

I opted to move back to Mo for the procedure and aftercare as my wife couldn't logistically deal with it at home. I have heard and read nothing but positive reviews from the surgeon.

Anyone else have this done, and what was your aftercare experience?

TIA
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My dad had 4 bypasses 15 years ago. He is doing very well. Very active.
 
#56
#56
Prayers sent. Did it shock the surgeons when the opened you up and found that you bled orange?👍
 
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#60
#60
Thinking about you. Hope the worst is behind you and a smooth recover is ahead of you.
 
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#62
Alive and well VN. The technology today blows my mind. Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes. It really means a lot.

I could have probably responded here last night, but I had company here late. I am on blood thinners, potassium, and a few other drugs, but no pain meds. Foley catheter and a central line in my neck is the only thing left in me. Doc says I can go home as early as Friday or Saturday. Crazy to think you can have open heart surgery and be home in 4 days.
 
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volger said:
Alive and well VN. The technology today blows my mind. Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes. It really means a lot.

I could have probably responded here last night, but I had company here late. I am on blood thinners, potassium, and a few other drugs, but no pain meds. Foley catheter and a central line in my neck is the only thing left in me. Doc says I can go home as early as Friday or Saturday. Crazy to think you can have open heart surgery and be home in 4 days.
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Awesome brother! I've been checking and waiting to see you post so we'd know you were ok. This made my day.
 
#66
#66
Very good to hear Volger, and thanks for checking in to give us all an update. Glad things have gone, and are going, so well.
 
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volger said:
Alive and well VN. The technology today blows my mind. Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes. It really means a lot.

I could have probably responded here last night, but I had company here late. I am on blood thinners, potassium, and a few other drugs, but no pain meds. Foley catheter and a central line in my neck is the only thing left in me. Doc says I can go home as early as Friday or Saturday. Crazy to think you can have open heart surgery and be home in 4 days.
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This is great news! Glad you are well and on the road to recovery.
 
#68
#68
Catheter coming out after dinner. They are keeping the central line in for everything else.
 
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Doc said I could get 20 years on the bypass if I quit smoking. I went from 2 packs a day to less than half a pack this year by vaping. Quitting should be no problem.
 
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volger said:
Alive and well VN. The technology today blows my mind. Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes. It really means a lot.

I could have probably responded here last night, but I had company here late. I am on blood thinners, potassium, and a few other drugs, but no pain meds. Foley catheter and a central line in my neck is the only thing left in me. Doc says I can go home as early as Friday or Saturday. Crazy to think you can have open heart surgery and be home in 4 days.
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No need to hurry. And it's ok to take baby steps at first. I had a heart attack and all they did was put in a stint, so much less serious than yours. When I did start exercising, I walked. First day made it all of a half block before having to turn around. Second day I got to the same mailbox as the day before and was exhausted again. Wife told me to turn around again and I said no - HELL no. I was not going a single day without making improvement - walked to next mailbox and turned around. It was amazing how quickly I was able to walk for a solid half hour as fast as I could and not even be out of breath. I'm sure you'll be the same way in no time.
 
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