View Full Version : Something needs to be done about John (RvUsa)
BigDaddyRog
03-13-2009, 12:47 PM
John has abandoned us....he says its because he hates the desktop, but I think he's down because of the October trip.
JOHN!!!! C'mon man...I know how it is....ya get pissed because ya dont have any bright lights in the future, and thinkin..."I aint gettin to go, so I dont wanna hear about it all"....but, dude...you owe us your company!!!! We deserve some John around here.
I miss ya man!!!!:guilty:
ntsammy5
03-13-2009, 12:49 PM
Ditto.
Come back John!
The otters miss you too
ftwildernessguy
03-13-2009, 12:53 PM
John has no excuse. I'm on freakin' dial up here at the office and I haven't got reservations for October and you don't see me staying away, although I'm sure some wish I would.
Born 2 Fish
03-13-2009, 12:56 PM
John is spose to get his laptop today.
He still may not be around for a little while more,,he's having to go get some medical tests,,,let's hope it's minor and send prayers to him.
If he doesn't post soon, I'll try to keep ya's up to date.
ntsammy5
03-13-2009, 12:57 PM
Jim, as far as I can find out a pink ID is OK for the military tickets. I'll ask specifically in May when I get mine. You do look good in pink from what I understand.
John, you look good in pink too. And Rog, I'm not going there.......
BigDaddyRog
03-13-2009, 01:02 PM
What....I dont look good enough in pink for you????? Well, I never!!!
John...good luck on the Doctor thingy, bro...is that WLS related? Or are you having some medical problems?
(WLS=weight loss surgery)
des1954
03-13-2009, 02:09 PM
John.... I'm beggin' ya!! Come back! Come back!!
Don't stay away from us - we :lovestruc you and you are needed to help keep thingy's lively around here!!!
Come BACK!!!!
des1954
03-13-2009, 02:11 PM
What....I dont look good enough in pink for you????? Well, I never!!!
Ignore him, Rog. You look terrific in anything!!! But you look especially "swarthy" in black, dude!!
VACAMPER
03-13-2009, 02:11 PM
Oh Johnny boy, dont ya wanna come out and play?
RvUsa
03-13-2009, 03:12 PM
Hi guys, thanks for the well wishes! I got some good news, some bad news, some really bad news, and some amazingly bad news.
First the good news, I GOT MY LAPTOP BACK!!!! So you will be seeing some more of me at least for a little while.... :banana::banana::woohoo::woohoo:
The bad news, My little Indian buddy can't seem to find out what the problem is with my boards, so who knows when that will be back up, but honestly, at least for the next couple weeks, it's not a priority. That leads us too.....
The really bad news, I had an echo cardiogram a week ago, because of a heart murmer that I have had since birth, just a check up kind of thing to be safe for the WLS.... well the doc called me last night and left a message, and said to make sure to call him asap, (that can't be good right?). So I call this morning and the nurse tells me that I have an Aortic Aneuryism and Aortic Valve Stenosis.... and I need to have a CT Angiogram and get with a cardio thorasic surgeon asap. (again, that can't be good) So we stop by their office to pick up the paper work, and the nurse gives us the roport to take with us.... Erica opens it up and starts reading and turns white as a ghost and looks kinda scared (she is a nurse who works in the icu, so I am thinking this can't be good either). Well it turns out that my aneurysm is 5.9cm and from what I understand, 2.5cm is considered large!!!! You guys know me, GO BIG OR GO HOME! :lmao:
Now the really amazingly bad news, from the sounds of things, it's not 100% for sure, but I will probably have to have open heart surgery in the near future. :woohoo: This is above me heart, not the kind below that they can do with a scope, this is a split me open, pop the heart out on the workbench and fix it, stuff it back in and hope it works kinda one. :sick:
Sorry, that was a little graphic, but I am all kinds of mentally messed up right now. Thanks for listening, and if you could maybe toss a prayer or 2 up for me!
I will post more tonight.... and keep you up to date as we go along. Talk at ya soon!
Wow John! I will certainly add you to my prayers. That does sound like bad news, but look at it as good news that they found it before it got worse.
ntsammy5
03-13-2009, 03:31 PM
Man John ---- you're right, not good news at all. That really stinks. My prayer list keeps getting longer........
RvUsa
03-13-2009, 03:36 PM
Thanks guys, I appreciate it.... :)
On top of all that, it looks like the WLS is on hold for a while as well :sad1: if they don't have to operate on the heart, the WLS doc won't touch me with a 10' pole LOL, and if they do, then it will be a while till I am able to have it done.
BigDaddyRog
03-13-2009, 03:56 PM
Wow man......when it rains, it pours. Im going to have to go back to being religious and have a sit down with the big guy(No, not you John...the other BIG GUY...the really BIG GUY), Im pulling for ya John. Im sitting here thinking of how much of a friend youve been, not only to me...but to all of us! You're one of a kind, bro...we cant be losing you to some BS like THIS!!!
On the other hand...Im glad you got your laptop back and wont be such a damn stranger around here. Your humor and insight has been way too noticably absent!!!
des1954
03-13-2009, 04:01 PM
Oh dear!! John...this is not good. Please do whatever it takes to get this corrected as soon as possible. It's so fortunate that we live in a time that heart valve replacement and repairing aneurysms are possible and very successful. You are definitely going to the top of my prayer list. Matt & Erica NEED you, and so do we.:grouphug:
Don't be surprised if the cardiologist puts you on a very restrictive diet that will negate the need for the WLS. We will virtually hold your hand every step of the way, John. Just stay with us so we can offer you our support.
VACAMPER
03-13-2009, 04:28 PM
Oh my John, you've scared me. Know we all love and support you and erica and Matt. Take care of yourself!!!!!!!
Just Beachy
03-13-2009, 04:47 PM
John, we are all here for you, Erica and Matt. I am saying so many prayers for all of you! Please let us know if there's anything that we can do for you. It's a huge blessing that Erica is a nurse! You HAVE to be ok. End of discussion. :hug:
BigDaddyRog
03-13-2009, 04:53 PM
If Pete were here, he would decide that John's not allowed to have health problems and send the troubles away!
PolynesianPixie
03-13-2009, 06:44 PM
John.....Man, oh man.....Sending prayers, thinking of you...sending my love.....you are a strong, wonderful man! You will conquer this and have one hell of a success story to share! Think of how you'll be able to gloat and think of how proud Matt will be of his Daddy! Hero! We will all be behind you every step, cheering you on!
Cindy F
03-13-2009, 07:09 PM
......I have an Aortic Aneuryism and Aortic Valve Stenosis.... and I need to have a CT Angiogram and get with a cardio thorasic surgeon asap. (again, that can't be good) So we stop by their office to pick up the paper work, and the nurse gives us the roport to take with us.... Erica opens it up and starts reading and turns white as a ghost and looks kinda scared (she is a nurse who works in the icu, so I am thinking this can't be good either). Well it turns out that my aneurysm is 5.9cm and from what I understand, 2.5cm is considered large!!!! You guys know me, GO BIG OR GO HOME! :lmao:
......
I'm sorry you have a cruddy hand right now but you will make it through this, you don't have a choice....ICU nurses can "boss/nag" you into getting well-- I know-I was one! :laughing:
You're both in our prayers and I hope you have an easy/speedy recovery.
Millermouseketeers
03-13-2009, 07:17 PM
Lots of prayers for you.
RvUsa
03-13-2009, 08:33 PM
Thanks everyone! I feel better just reading all the good thoughts! I haven't even told my Dad or Aunts yet, I know my Dad is gonna spaz! LOL
I am just.... a mess right now, I am scared, I am mad, and I am definitely feeling sorry for myself. And you guys made me feel a lot better today.
I have never met any of you, but I feel closer to most of you than to anyone else besides my immediate family! I love you guys!
Thank you very much!
3gr8kids
03-13-2009, 09:28 PM
Oh my, John. I just got home and read the news. You're right - it does sound scary. I'll be thinking of and praying for you and Erica and Matt. I agree, though, with everyone else that has posted. You are a fighter and you are stronger than this and have MUCH to live for. You will come through it just fine because we are all praying for you and because we said so and that's that! :grouphug:
2goofycampers
03-13-2009, 09:36 PM
I'm sorry for more trouble coming your way. Someone is always telling me "good things happen to good people". So I want good things only for you, cause you are good people. You are like family to us, you know the kind of family you pick not get stuck with. :grouphug:
I guess the idea of WLS may have saved your life, so someone is looking out for you, I believe he will see you through this.
ram101
03-13-2009, 10:02 PM
John, I am keepin you in my thoughts (good ones!)!! Got my fingers crossed for you too and my toes and my eyes and my... well you get the idea! :goodvibes
I really s.. uh I ain't any good at this stuff so, just think happy thoughts!!
:goodvibes
LONE-STAR
03-13-2009, 10:15 PM
Glad you got your laptop back so you will be posting more. But I am so sorry about the news you got I can't even imagine where my head would be if I got that kind of news. I sure hope everything works out for you. I liked it better when your big complaint was your truck. Again hope it all goes well.
seabee
03-13-2009, 10:36 PM
John, I am so sorry to hear this. I'm sure it is very scary. I don't have the ability to come up with the whitty and poetic responses, believe me I wish I could to make you laugh. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I like to think that you are dealt the hand you get for certain reasons. You may never know why, but it somehow leads to new and better things. Stay strong, and be honest with your feelings, trust me Erica is your rock now, trust her. Wives are capable of AMAZING things when we need to be. Take care John, and do everything they tell you too, you aren't getting out of meeting the Pecoy clan someday!
Gatordad
03-13-2009, 10:37 PM
If Pete were here, he would decide that John's not allowed to have health problems and send the troubles away!
I was going to post that Lou Gehrig would have played, now get off the bench and get in the game John!
Seriously, I hope everything turns out awesome for you, keep your chin up, there are people that care about you here. I of course am not one of them, because i"m not much into virtual surgeries.
We4mickey
03-13-2009, 10:47 PM
Prayers and pixie dust to you John and your family as well. Be strong!
Just Beachy
03-13-2009, 10:58 PM
I was going to post that Lou Gehrig would have played, now get off the bench and get in the game John!
Seriously, I hope everything turns out awesome for you, keep your chin up, there are people that care about you here. I of course am not one of them, because i"m not much into virtual surgeries.
John, I think this is the closest Pete has ever come to using the :goodvibes . This is a positive omen!
fldisneyfamily
03-14-2009, 12:03 AM
I'm new to the DISboards and really don't know a lot of people (yet), however for some reason this FW group seems like a family and a tight group that I'm looking forward to getting to know better and be a part of. You will be in my families thoughts and prayers and we will add you to our prayer book at church.
RvUsa
03-14-2009, 07:14 AM
Thanks guys, I read this and got a smile, and tear and a laugh! I need more of 2 of them and less of one!
My head is just so messed up right now, I slept for about and hr and a half last night, just couldn't stop thinking about stupid stuff.
Hopefully today will be better.
Thanks you guys, you really are the best.
Oh, and Pete, thanks for not caring, if you said something all mushy and gushy, I would know I was a dead man! :scared:
des1954
03-14-2009, 07:25 AM
John....FWIW - Barbara Bush at age 83 just had successful aortic valve replacement! A 78 y/o man at our church just had the same surgery on 3/5 and he's doing great!
If you can get your Dr. to agree to refer you to a cardio surgeon here in Lakeland....you can recouperate at FtW!!! We have a terrific heart center here in Lakeland & a great one in Tampa. Take your pick and come on down!!
Born 2 Fish
03-14-2009, 08:15 AM
If you can get your Dr. to agree to refer you to a cardio surgeon here in Lakeland....you can recouperate at FtW!!! We have a terrific heart center here in Lakeland & a great one in Tampa. Take your pick and come on down!!
OMG !! What a FABULOUS idea !!!
:banana: Just think of the line of visitors John would have !!!!
Gatordad
03-14-2009, 08:31 AM
Thanks guys, I read this and got a smile, and tear and a laugh! I need more of 2 of them and less of one!
My head is just so messed up right now, I slept for about and hr and a half last night, just couldn't stop thinking about stupid stuff.
Hopefully today will be better.
Thanks you guys, you really are the best.
Oh, and Pete, thanks for not caring, if you said something all mushy and gushy, I would know I was a dead man! :scared:
If I had said all mush and gush, i'm sure a meteor would have hit me in the head.
ntsammy5
03-14-2009, 08:38 AM
couldn't stop thinking about stupid stuff.
Talk about stupid stuff:
http://animalsthatwanttokillyou.com/index_files/image001.jpg
http://www.greatfunnypictures.com/pictures/1675_animals+humor.jpg
http://www.funnyanimalz.com/images/images2/biker_cat.jpg
ftwildernessguy
03-14-2009, 09:07 AM
You know, John, I sometimes marvel at the world we live in today - the wonderful diagnostic tools we have available to allow docs to discover problems that, even 20 years ago, were often fatal and undectectable. I know when you are a patient, it doesn't help much to hear how frequently done and successful these operations are today, but it's true. You are fortuneate to live in an area with some top notch medical care available to you. Of course you know what a vast and genuinely caring support group you have here. I wish you the best, from the bottom of my heart, my friend. I look forward to meeting you at the Fort sometime in the near future. So comply, heal and do what you have to do. Drive on!
ram101
03-14-2009, 09:34 AM
If you can get your Dr. to agree to refer you to a cardio surgeon here in Lakeland....you can recouperate at FtW!!! We have a terrific heart center here in Lakeland & a great one in Tampa. Take your pick and come on down!!
Hey even if you can't get the Doc down there... if you word it right to the insurance company, maybe you can manage to get them to pay for your recovery at the fort!! You know relaxing no stress, blah blah blah... Cant hurt to try right!!
Oh and one more thing for you to remember.... I have this as my banner on my phone and use it at work. "I will Survive". Say it over and over to yourself and make yourself believe that. You have to keep the proper mind set with things so your body and brain know to keep fighting through it all!
And don't make me drive west!!! Oh and I can find you!!:goodvibes
BRDof3
03-14-2009, 09:38 AM
Man, the things I miss when I'm away from the boards for a couple of days.
Al, that was a good dose of needed stupid stuff. Thanks! :lmao:
John, add me to the list of prayers headed your way. I've never imagined a group of friends that I care about this much, without ever meeting them in person. You've been a hell of a bright light the past few months. I'm not afraid to get mushy, but I'd rather see you smiling than crying right now, so I'll keep it stupid. Here's to the chance to meet you this summer somehow, somewhere. Keep your chin up, and don't be afraid to vent on us whenever it's needed! :dance3:
CampingChristy
03-14-2009, 10:59 AM
John - You are an amazing friend! Many are praying for your safe recovery. Including myself! I understand being scared, but you are on the right track for support. First the Lord and then DIS Friends!!! Take Care!!:hug:
djblu883
03-14-2009, 01:45 PM
John I'd like to add my prayers and good thoughts with the rest. Although we haven't always been friends I know you are a good man and a great Dad! Be strong and keep thinking positive! <>< JANET:hug:
disney92
03-14-2009, 04:13 PM
http://i413.photobucket.com/albums/pp213/getitnow58/Prayers/prayers.gif
OK GRUMPY
03-14-2009, 10:45 PM
I was wondering about you! I hope you have a quick recovery! I'm saying a pray for you:thumbsup2
4mickey2
03-15-2009, 08:16 AM
OMG !! What a FABULOUS idea !!!
:banana: Just think of the line of visitors John would have !!!!
he would have folks from all over the states coming to visit :goodvibes .
we are praying for you and your family, john//
Gatordad
03-15-2009, 08:56 AM
this board sucks, bring back John.
RvUsa
03-15-2009, 10:20 AM
Thank you everyone! It means a lot to me to know all you care so much! Even you Pete!
I actually got some sleep last night and I feel pretty good today, so bring on the day!
:dance3::grouphug:
Thank you everyone! It means a lot to me to know all you care so much! Even you Pete!
I actually got some sleep last night and I feel pretty good today, so bring on the day!
:dance3::grouphug:
I'm glad you were able to sleep some last night John. I can only imagine the feelings of fear and anger you are having now. No matter what feelings you have, just remember you have all of us that love you and are pulling for you.
RvUsa
03-16-2009, 08:22 AM
Just thought I would let Yins know, it's monday and I am still kickin! LOL
clkelley
03-16-2009, 08:38 AM
Have a good week John!!!
BRDof3
03-16-2009, 08:53 AM
Just thought I would let Yins know, it's monday and I am still kickin! LOL
You'd better be, or we'll come over there and drag you out into the world! :cool1:
Tigger0624
03-16-2009, 09:25 AM
Sorry this is belated, we were away for the weekend...
John- You are in our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery! I haven't been on the boards for long, but it is obviously a very tight knit group that is always there for each other! My mother always told me that God only give you what He knows you are capable of dealing with- you might not understand it at the time, and sometimes you just have to dig deeper to find the strength, but it is always there. And you have a wonderful support system here as well! :goodvibes :hug:
Just Beachy
03-16-2009, 09:38 AM
John, I love this saying:
"God doesn't give us what we can handle; He helps us handle what we are given." :angel:
Gatordad
03-16-2009, 01:14 PM
John,
I am back to not caring anymore. Carry on.
Pete
RvUsa
03-16-2009, 01:51 PM
Wow Pete, I can feel the love!!!
PolynesianPixie
03-16-2009, 02:06 PM
John, I feel for you so much right now...I just have to share. I remember back to a day when I had a terrible diagnosis. I remember the sleepless nights, the worrying for your child more than for yourself. The dread of taking those first steps to recovery, the fear of the unknown.
I never would have guessed back then, that today......I see it as one of the best things ever to happen to me. I was such a child back then. I never had to fight anything so powerful before. I am who I am today because of what I lived through. I feel strong....little ol' me...powerful, victorious....faithful.
I know the future looks dim right now. Overwhelming. Take it one day at a time. Feel the love from all of us. Have faith, fight and conviction! Hold your head high because that is the first step to conquering whatever gets in your path! Remember who you belong to.
tungpo1
03-16-2009, 02:27 PM
Dam John what the heck!!!!!!!!!!! Call me if you need anything you have my number!!!!! Everything will be fine, one day at a time
BRDof3
03-16-2009, 02:50 PM
John,
I am back to not caring anymore. Carry on.
Pete
There ya go, John. You are officially out of the woods, Pete says so! :thumbsup2
Eeyore'sthebest
03-16-2009, 07:35 PM
John, I haven't been on in a while but saw this and just had to let you know that I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I'll have my DD pray too for ya. She's 9 and a heck of a lot better at it then me. :rotfl2: And heck, she's an altar server so she's already got an in with the Big Guy!!
You'll be healed in no time!! :thumbsup2
AuburnJen92
03-16-2009, 09:37 PM
John, Deb called me on the phone over the weekend while I was away and told me what was going on. You have been in our prayers all weekend long and will continue to be in our prayers. Stay strong and if you need anything, you have us to count on, as well as the rest of the FF crew here.:hug:
auntie
03-17-2009, 12:08 PM
John...you are in my prayers. I know how scary this can be. You are young and strong..and that's a HUGE plus for you. Whatever needs to be done...I just know you're gonna be fine. We are all here for you..anytime..whatever you need.:grouphug:
You are the "heart":lovestruc of our board..and we won't have it any other way.
RvUsa
03-19-2009, 03:09 PM
Well campers, I had my CT, I don't know the results yet, but the dang thing took FOREVER!!! LOL
I got to talk to my PCP, and he was cool, took a lot of time and explained a lot of stuff, and gave me some xanax so I could chill out a little :lmao:
Basically, he said he is not a cardio guy, just a family practitioner... but he can't see how I WON'T have surgery... so now I just chill out with my new best friend xanax and wait till I see the heart guy, I will keep "yins" up to date.:lmao:
Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers!!!
Just Beachy
03-19-2009, 03:14 PM
John, glad to hear you're relaxing a little. I'm still praying for you!!
Born 2 Fish
03-19-2009, 03:15 PM
"so now I just chill out with my new best friend xanax"
Don'tcha just love make'n new friends. :thumbsup2
Eeyore'sthebest
03-19-2009, 03:16 PM
:hug: Thanks for posting an update John. When do you see the heart guy? I hope its soon. I've never had Xanax. Is it good?? And isn't that what the lady gave that crazy chimp before it ate someone's face?
DH just got the call today from our PCP that he needs to see the cardiologist for heart surgery. Something about a blockage. Umm, thanks for calling me at work and giving me partial information 3rd hand. :headache: So now I get to sit here and worry until I get home and can speak to him and get the whole story. :headache: I can't imagine that its a good thing if the dr. calls you about 16 hours after you finish the stress test. :sad2:
:grouphug: Hugs and prayers continue for you and the family. :grouphug:
ftwildernessguy
03-19-2009, 03:16 PM
Better living through chemicals, John.
ntsammy5
03-19-2009, 03:19 PM
can I get a couple of those from you?
BigDaddyRog
03-19-2009, 03:21 PM
xanax and beer.....like eggs and bacon!!
auntie
03-19-2009, 03:55 PM
Okay....so you take that xanax and think positive thoughts. You are doing what you need to do. One day at a time ..:hug:
(then you mail a few to your new best friend...Phyllis!)...hey..what are friends for?:confused3
loveDmouse
03-19-2009, 05:32 PM
John you are in our thoughts and prayers. :grouphug:
eagles
03-20-2009, 05:14 PM
sending many prayers your way!
AuburnJen92
03-21-2009, 07:34 PM
(John, I love my treximet too!)
Get better soon man!
PolynesianPixie
03-23-2009, 12:37 PM
:hug: Thanks for posting an update John. When do you see the heart guy? I hope its soon. I've never had Xanax. Is it good?? And isn't that what the lady gave that crazy chimp before it ate someone's face?
DH just got the call today from our PCP that he needs to see the cardiologist for heart surgery. Something about a blockage. Umm, thanks for calling me at work and giving me partial information 3rd hand. :headache: So now I get to sit here and worry until I get home and can speak to him and get the whole story. :headache: I can't imagine that its a good thing if the dr. calls you about 16 hours after you finish the stress test. :sad2:
:grouphug: Hugs and prayers continue for you and the family. :grouphug:
You keep us up-to-date too!:hug:
mrsscooter
03-23-2009, 01:25 PM
Just wanted you to know you are BOTH in my families thoughts and prayers....like the previous post just read....please keep us posted on BOTH of you!!!
Just Beachy
03-23-2009, 01:34 PM
:hug: Thanks for posting an update John. When do you see the heart guy? I hope its soon. I've never had Xanax. Is it good?? And isn't that what the lady gave that crazy chimp before it ate someone's face?
DH just got the call today from our PCP that he needs to see the cardiologist for heart surgery. Something about a blockage. Umm, thanks for calling me at work and giving me partial information 3rd hand. :headache: So now I get to sit here and worry until I get home and can speak to him and get the whole story. :headache: I can't imagine that its a good thing if the dr. calls you about 16 hours after you finish the stress test. :sad2:
:grouphug: Hugs and prayers continue for you and the family. :grouphug:
I don't know why I didn't see this before now. I'm so sorry. I will be keeping your family in my prayers as well! :hug:
TxTink :)
03-23-2009, 02:58 PM
:flower3:
Eeyore'sthebest
03-23-2009, 03:10 PM
John, my mom (the nurse) said its never too bad if they let you leave after the tests. :rotfl2:She said that you should only panic when they stop the test and make you leave by ambulance. :rotfl2:
At least that's an interesting way to think about it.
I hope the Xanax is working. Still praying for all of us. DH sees the cardiologist tomorrow. Off to check and see if the primary doc did the referral. I love HMOs, I love HMOs. :headache: Now to think positively - I HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE!! :thumbsup2
And thanks for the prayers. I really appreciate them.
RvUsa
03-23-2009, 04:28 PM
Here's hoping that your hubbys appt goes great, I still have to wait till wed for mine :(
Don't you just love insurance companies? I have been fighting with mine already, because my CTA was in Pittsburgh, and they say it is out of network, but no one in network could do it :furious::furious: (happy thoughts happy thoughts, don't want to pop a plug)
Let us know what happens and thank you everyone for you caring!:grouphug:
des1954
03-23-2009, 05:11 PM
John....get yourself fixed up & worry about the insurance later. It will sort itself out. Take a xanax & fuggetaboutit!!! :thumbsup2
Eeyore'sthebest
03-24-2009, 03:52 PM
My DH's trip to the cardiologist went better then expected. :thumbsup2 After the PCP told him he had to get there ASAP, the cardio was like "well... there is a small blockage in the tip of the heart...maybe". Maybe?? What the heck is with maybe?? He said its small enough that it may be a false positive. Okay, I know that's GREAT news but seriously the panic over the last 4 days waiting to see the doc was enough to give DH a heart attack. :lmao:
So he gave him 3 options: a) do that wire thingie up through his groin, ream it out and put in a stent, if the blockage exists :scared: b) take blood thinners in hopes to thin the blockage (?), if it exists or c) do an echo stress test (did nuclear one first) to see if the blockage actually exists. He chose option C. I'm all for finding out if something actually exists before you go sticking a wire into his heart!! So DH went from planning his funeral (did I mention that we panicked :rolleyes1) to saying "I told you so". :rotfl2: Somehow it turns out that I was the one that was worried and he wasn't. Umm, okay whatever let's him get through the day. :rolleyes:
Thanks for all the prayers and good thoughts. Next test is scheduled for after Easter and the cardio was like "schedule it whenever you're free". So we've moved from full blown panic to concerned.
John, praying that you have just as good an appointment tomorrow. :grouphug:
clkelley
03-24-2009, 03:59 PM
My DH's trip to the cardiologist went better then expected. :thumbsup2 After the PCP told him he had to get there ASAP, the cardio was like "well... there is a small blockage in the tip of the heart...maybe". Maybe?? What the heck is with maybe?? He said its small enough that it may be a false positive. Okay, I know that's GREAT news but seriously the panic over the last 4 days waiting to see the doc was enough to give DH a heart attack. :lmao:
So he gave him 3 options: a) do that wire thingie up through his groin, ream it out and put in a stent, if the blockage exists :scared: b) take blood thinners in hopes to thin the blockage (?), if it exists or c) do an echo stress test (did nuclear one first) to see if the blockage actually exists. He chose option C. I'm all for finding out if something actually exists before you go sticking a wire into his heart!! So DH went from planning his funeral (did I mention that we panicked :rolleyes1) to saying "I told you so". :rotfl2: Somehow it turns out that I was the one that was worried and he wasn't. Umm, okay whatever let's him get through the day. :rolleyes:
Thanks for all the prayers and good thoughts. Next test is scheduled for after Easter and the cardio was like "schedule it whenever you're free". So we've moved from full blown panic to concerned.
John, praying that you have just as good an appointment tomorrow. :grouphug:
That's great news!!!
Just Beachy
03-24-2009, 04:38 PM
Eeyore - So glad to hear your news is good!!! Still praying, though... :hug:
VACAMPER
03-24-2009, 04:44 PM
:woohoo::cheer2::banana:
That's great news Eeyore. Keep us posted!
ftwildernessguy
03-24-2009, 07:14 PM
I had a blockage at the tip once and man it was painful. Wait a minute. Oh. Tip of the HEART. never mind.
Eeyore'sthebest
03-24-2009, 09:35 PM
I had a blockage at the tip once and man it was painful. Wait a minute. Oh. Tip of the HEART. never mind.:rotfl2::rotfl2:I just spit tomato sauce out of my mouth. I should remember to never eat and Dis at the same time. :rotfl2:
Thanks for the good thoughts folks. Hopefully John will have good news for us tomorrow. :hug:
Born 2 Fish
03-25-2009, 07:37 AM
:rotfl2::rotfl2:I just spit tomato sauce out of my mouth. I should remember to never eat and Dis at the same time. :rotfl2:
Thanks for the good thoughts folks. Hopefully John will have good news for us tomorrow. :hug:
Chunky or smooth ?:rotfl2:
Just Beachy
03-25-2009, 10:53 AM
John, good luck at your appointment today. Please keep us posted. :hug:
Eeyore'sthebest
03-25-2009, 11:32 AM
Chunky or smooth ?:rotfl2:Chunky as it was combined with eggplant. :lmao:
John - keeping good thoughts for you today. :hug:
ntsammy5
03-25-2009, 11:36 AM
Hey John. Any more news?
Born 2 Fish
03-25-2009, 12:21 PM
Chunky as it was combined with eggplant. :lmao:
John - keeping good thoughts for you today. :hug:
Egg plant chunky,,Oooooo aren't you glad you didn't blow it out your nose !
Eeeeewwww.
You know we love you John. wait'n to hear the out come.popcorn::
Hey, I waited on chat for you this morn..:rolleyes1
tungpo1
03-25-2009, 01:59 PM
I had a blockage at the tip once and man it was painful. Wait a minute. Oh. Tip of the HEART. never mind.
LOL Dam you better get checked out!!!!! Dose it have a burning sensation:rotfl2:
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