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hello i just joined this morning because i wanted to know what i am heading into. Triple bypass with aorta replacement is scheduled for thurday next week. Have been riding an interesting rollercoaster of emotions and reaction for the last 2 weeks. some surprising some not. The whole thing was dropped on me oct 23 wth surgery Nove 1, then postponed to 14. What a ride. I think i am ok now and ready for it but really just want it done and over so i can begin the recovery process, the next new adventure in my life. I will be talking again and thank you for being here
In a message dated 11/8/2002 3:46:14 PM US Eastern Standard Time, shannon_g41@... writes: What a ride. I think i am ok now and ready for it but really just want it done and over so i can begin the recovery process, the next new adventure in my life. I will be talking again and thank you for being here To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: BypassSurgeryRecoverySupport-unsubscribe@onelist.com I cant really say either i went in through ER thinking i was having a gallbladder attack which turned out to be a massive heart attack so the quad bypass was my only chance to survive.. one thing they did tell me is the surgery and recovery usually goes a lot smoother when it is planned and you aren't in the middle of the heart attack God bless and keep you Rose
In a message dated 11/8/02 11:48:56 AM Canada Central Standard Time, gvurik@... writes: << hello i just joined this morning because i wanted to know what i am heading into. Triple bypass with aorta replacement is scheduled for thurday next week. Hello, I've had BOTH a triple Bypass and Aortic Valve Replacement, but separately, not all at once. You can find a LOT of good information on Pre-Surgery, Post Surgery, Valve Selection (yes, there are several options), living with Coumadin (anti-coagulation which is necessary for mechanical replacement valves), and a lot of Support in the FORUMS on www.ValveReplacement.com You may also want to check the Reference section. I especially liked "The Heart Surgery Handbook" which has been updated and republished as "Coping With Heart Surgery and Bypassing Depression" by J.Jude, M.D. et.al. The key to recovery is "Walk, Walk, Walk, Nap, Nap, Nap, and Breathe, Breathe, Breathe". Walking is the BEST way to restore muscletone and energy levels. You will tire easily so Naps are a nice way to recuperate. The Hospital will give you an Inspirational Spriometer (Breathing exercise machine). USE IT frequently (I did 10 minutes every couple of hours) to fully inflate your lungs and prevent pneumonia and other lung problems. You may have trouble sleeping on your side at first. Many people find sleeping in a recliner or on a couch is easier for the first few weeks while your sternum heals. A body pillow is another useful aid. A POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE goes a long way towards a successful recovery. Remember, tens of thousands of people go through this every year and continue to live productive lives. 'AL'
Welcome "new guy" and best of luck to you. Be strong and listen to what they tell you to do and you will do just fine. We will be here for you when you are up to it. You will be pretty sore for a couple of weeks. Take care, Barb --- In BypassSurgeryRecoverySupport@y..., "gfvadq" <gvurik@e...