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The good news is I am still alive. The bad news is that I only have 45% heart function. First will be a procedure called an electro cardioversion. This is when they do a hard restart with electric shock (much like defibrillation) to electrically get my heart back in its proper rhythm. This is not a one and done deal like getting strapped into 'Ol' Sparky' to ride the lightening for your first and last time. Oh no, I get to do this over and over again. Repeat as needed.
But wait! That's not all! I also get at least two separate surgery's. One going in a vein from the top through my neck to get at the aorta to look at and burn away any scar tissue from a previous heart attack.
The second going in through my groin to look at the pump of the heart - the left and right ventricles. If any blockage (and at 45% function there is) they will put in stents if minor. If major, then open heart surgery for how ever many bypasses I may need. Triple bypass being the most common. At any rate that is my immediate cardio future.
The good news is I am still alive. The bad news is that I only have 45% heart function. First will be a procedure called an electro cardioversion. This is when they do a hard restart with electric shock (much like defibrillation) to electrically get my heart back in its proper rhythm. This is not a one and done deal like getting strapped into 'Ol' Sparky' to ride the lightening for your first and last time. Oh no, I get to do this over and over again. Repeat as needed.
But wait! That's not all! I also get at least two separate surgery's. One going in a vein from the top through my neck to get at the aorta to look at and burn away any scar tissue from a previous heart attack.
The second going in through my groin to look at the pump of the heart - the left and right ventricles. If any blockage (and at 45% function there is) they will put in stents if minor. If major, then open heart surgery for how ever many bypasses I may need. Triple bypass being the most common. At any rate that is my immediate cardio future.
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Well, at least there is a plan for repairs! Hopefully you wont need too much time in the shop! Godspeed!
Best of luck on all counts!
One of my best and oldest friends had another heart attack last week and they told him that they can't put in any more stents. His genetics just clog them up in too short of time. So they cracked him open and he got the ol' triple bypass on Monday.
Today was the first time he was conscious and we texted back and forth quite a bit. I'll drive into L.A. mañana to visit him in the hospital.
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edit: he's a farmer and it's coming right up on harvest. His wife will be running the harvest this year.
One of my best and oldest friends had another heart attack last week and they told him that they can't put in any more stents. His genetics just clog them up in too short of time. So they cracked him open and he got the ol' triple bypass on Monday.
Today was the first time he was conscious and we texted back and forth quite a bit. I'll drive into L.A. mañana to visit him in the hospital.
___
edit: he's a farmer and it's coming right up on harvest. His wife will be running the harvest this year.
Shocking! When you get through this, some ac/Dc songs might be in order, high voltage comes to mind.
Hopefully it stops at stents
@Linnin , sorry for your diagnosis, but I feel confident with your prognosis!
It's amazing what they do with cardio surgeries these days. Scary, I'm sure, but better than sitting and not knowing what's up.
My dad went from not being able to walk across a room, to playing golf 5 days a week after a quadruple bypass.
Thoughts and prayers for you, if you're into that, positive vibes if you're not, lol
It's amazing what they do with cardio surgeries these days. Scary, I'm sure, but better than sitting and not knowing what's up.
My dad went from not being able to walk across a room, to playing golf 5 days a week after a quadruple bypass.
Thoughts and prayers for you, if you're into that, positive vibes if you're not, lol
what's strange (and probably good) is that these heart bypass and stint surgeries seem to be a lot more "routine" than they were say 30 years ago. I've heard of more than a few people getting this, in and out of the hospital pretty quickly too. I guess they must do a lot of them nowadays.
They told me a bunch of scientific medical stuff. Grams were mentioned, but not Happy Grams. I don't like Dr.s and I have absolutely ZERO faith in science.
Well the fact that they can do some of them snaking a nano probe fiber optic laser thingy through veins rather than fully cutting you open is a thankful advance of medical science. It isn't all bad
Ah! Ah! Ah! Ah! Stayin' alive! Stayin' alive!
Yo! Yo! Yo, @Linnin! If you're gonna need occasional jump starts they can implant a ''Lil' Sparky'' with a pacemaker!!
That's what my son-in-law got after his first heart attack at the ripe old age of 44. Had to cut back on his welding (shoulda stopped) and smoking (yeah), for a little while.
But, I bet there's no restrictions on thumpin' the rumbles after such procedures!
Owners of the Rumble 2x10 combo. How do you set up your combo on stage? 1. On the floor? 2. On a stand? 3. Angled up towards you or 4. Howelse do you set up? Thanks...
I tried my new Rumble V3 2x10 combo at rehearsal the other night. First I tried it on a stand, I didn't like it. Then tried it on the floor, and I liked it. I could feel the waves blasting past my legs.
So, I prefer it on the floor.
Also, can I have a number?
So, I prefer it on the floor.
Also, can I have a number?
@Linnin I just went through a triple bypass about 8 weeks ago. I'm there with you. I know everything you just said that they are talking about doing. Brace yourself, it is not fun, but damn if you don't feel like a million bucks when it is all said and done. I just returned to work this week too. There is about 6 guys I know at work that I talked to about this stuff, and I know at least 1 that has gone through every procedure you mentioned. And you are blessed that it scheduled and not on a stretcher.
Good luck brother. I'm here if you want any insight from someone that has first hand knowledge.
Good luck brother. I'm here if you want any insight from someone that has first hand knowledge.
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@Linnin I know you will be fine. Lots of good folk praying for you. Where two or more are gathered for prayer--the Lord hears.
My father went through quadruple bypass 15 years ago. He is an really old war horse today. Good stuff those Docs do.
My father went through quadruple bypass 15 years ago. He is an really old war horse today. Good stuff those Docs do.
Welcome The Analog Kid. You are #681. Rumble On!.
My favorite place to put my 500 is on top of my 2x10 extension cab.
Glad to hear they have a plan for you @Linnin. Keep us up to date.
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Best wishes for maximum beneficial results, with minimal complications. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, bass brother!
