How scary! - UPDATE

[Debi]

I'm really in a state of shock; I just got of the phone with my brother, who told me that his future father-in-law suffered a heart attack earlier this evening. Joe (my brother's FIL) was out fishing with some of his friends, when he suddenly blacked out. He came around rather quickly, but he seemed confused and disoriented when he came around.

He was rushed to the hospital, and they discovered that he had suffered a heart attack. The good news is that it was a mild one, so his recovery time should be short. Right now, they are giving him medication to try to break up the clog, but if that doesn't work, they'll have to transfer him to a hospital in Philadelphia to perform open heart surgery. This possibility seems unlikely, as doctors are confident that the medications will work, but the possibility is scary. Keep those fingers crossed that things will work out!

 

[Pam]

I'll keep him in my prayers. I'm glad it was a mild one.

 

[Pop Daddy]

prayed

 

[Dan Murphy]

My very best wishes fro him, Debi, my prayers are with him. Hope all goes well, sounds like it will.

 

[CathyCanada]

Hope he is ok, Debi!!
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[Tony-NJ]

say a prayer for your FIL. Hoping for a speedy recovery

 

[rasnlms]

My thoughts are prayers are with him and his family.

 

[jamsmom]

I am glad they say things look hopeful. Be sure to keep us posted

 

[snuggles]

Just said a prayer for him, Nik. Hope the medications work and that he won't have to deal with this again.

 

[momsal]

Glad it was a mild one and he is getting help!!

 

[grinningghost]

He'll be in my thoughts.

 

[Debi]

UPDATE:

Joe was transfered to a hospital in Philadelphia this morning (Presbyterian hospital, for anyone familiar with the area). Although the medication is working effectively, doctors feel that Joe would have better care/monitoring at this hospital. He'll be there for 5 days, and if all goes well, he'll be released on Thursday. Thanks for those good thoughts - keep them coming!

 

[browneyes]

That is scary! I hope he has a speedy recovery.

 

[helenabear]

I missed this earlier, but all my best for your brother. I hope his recovery is speedy and complete.

 

[nativetxn]

I hope he is alright. Heart attacks are very scary.