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Kara
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my dad got some bad news
Some of you may remember my posts about my father's shoulder surgery... Long story short, he was scheduled for his second surgery last Friday and they canceled it due to his blood pressure being too high.
As a precaution, they made him go to his primary care physician for a full heart workup and stress test. We thought it was just routine and everything would be fine. My father is super-fit, works out every day, eats well, etc.
Well, they think they found a blockage.  Apparently his "ejector" function (sorry if I'm using the wrong terms - I'm a lawyer not a doctor! lol) isn't working properly, and they think it's because of a blockage.
The doctor told him they are almost certain he's had a silent heart attack.  They also told him that he was lucky he survived the first shoulder surgery, as this could have caused death. He very likely would have had serious complications or died during the second surgery.  I remember having such a horrible, bad feeling about my dad having surgery last Friday - and my father told me he felt the same way. High blood pressure is not a usual symptom of this problem, so he was just really, really lucky they canceled the surgery. It's very strange that we both felt extremely anxious about the surgery. I just felt him having surgery that day was a bad idea. While I was worried about his other surgeries, this was different... At any rate, he's lucky it was canceled.
Next week, he's going for an angiogram and they will likely have to put in a stint.
I'm so worried about my dad. His family has a history of heart disease, too. He's only 65 -- which, while not young, is not that old!
I have the absolute work week from hell coming up next week which is already claiming my 4th of July and probably the weekend following it, too... I'm hoping I can speak to someone about taking off Thursday morning to be with my mom during the procedure.
Please pray for him. I'm getting married August 11th, and yesterday his biggest worry was being in a sling for my wedding. He just retired a couple weeks ago... This is a horrible way for him to start his retirement. I just want him to be healthy and okay!
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Re: my dad got some bad news
 that everything works out for your father
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Kissy331
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many for your dad!!!!
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Blu-ize
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Re: my dad got some bad news
Kara, he will be ok. This is just a blip on the screen of your and his lives.
Hang in there. He will be as good as new. Thankfully they caught it before it was an even bigger problem.
I will pray for your dad and your family. Hang in there and take Thurs am off. Family first.
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Kara
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Re: my dad got some bad news
Posted by Blu-ize
Kara, he will be ok. This is just a blip on the screen of your and his lives.
Hang in there. He will be as good as new. Thankfully they caught it before it was an even bigger problem.
I will pray for your dad and your family. Hang in there and take Thurs am off. Family first.
Thank you. I'm of course doing everything in my power to take off.
It's just hard to feel that this isn't major right now, as I just learned the news... My father is also the oldest living member of his family. All died young (50s / early 60s), almost all of heart attacks. I'm just scared, but hopefully he'll be fine.
I know it's not as major as what others are going through. It's just shocking to me right now.
Thanks!
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Blu-ize
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Re: my dad got some bad news
Posted by Kara
Posted by Blu-ize
Kara, he will be ok. This is just a blip on the screen of your and his lives.
Hang in there. He will be as good as new. Thankfully they caught it before it was an even bigger problem.
I will pray for your dad and your family. Hang in there and take Thurs am off. Family first.
Thank you. I'm of course doing everything in my power to take off.
It's just hard to feel that this isn't major right now, as I just learned the news... My father is also the oldest living member of his family. All died young (50s / early 60s), almost all of heart attacks. I'm just scared, but hopefully he'll be fine.
I know it's not as major as what others are going through. It's just shocking to me right now.
Thanks!
It is major..it's your dad!! The first time my dad had an angiogram we were beside ourselves. It's very scary. Especially with the history in your family I would be just as worried. yes, this is done all the time, but it's hits home when it's your dad.
What hospital?
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I am praying for a speedy recovery!!!
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I really hope that everything works out.
Message edited 6/29/2007 1:30:43 PM.
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for your family and your dad especially
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many prayers for your dad. they caught it early. he will be fine!!
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Please try not to worry too much, I kno wit's easy to say but it won't help him to see you upset. Just try to be strong and positive for him AND for your mom!!
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Kara
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Thanks, everyone. I appreciate it!
He's going to Winthrop. His doctor recommended the specialist and says he's one of the best.
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My prayers for your dad.
I hope all goes well next week.
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Re: my dad got some bad news
Your dad seems like a strong fit man.....he will be fine!
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