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Life after double bypass.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 4:11 pm
Posted on 12/10/22 at 4:11 pm
Need tips on how to survive this.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 4:49 pm to sjak
Are you overweight? Family history of heart disease?
My dad had a quadruple bypass in 2007 and is still here. The doctors that do these things are lifesavers and they do it every day. The worst part of the recovery for him was the rib pain. When dad got home he used a pillow wedge to sleep because it was more comfortable and was the only way he'd get some rest. He also used the big heart shape pillow they gave him at the hospital to hold onto if he needed to laugh, cough, sneeze, etc.
If you're unhealthy now, be prepared to make changes after your recovery. The bypass doesn't fix the blockage, and it 100% will come back in the bypass artery if you don't address it. Your cardiologist will probably put you on meds for the rest of your life. Dad had another heart attack 12 years after the bypass, which required a stent. So it's not an "if," but "when," you'll have issues again if you don't make some changes.
You'll be fine baw
My dad had a quadruple bypass in 2007 and is still here. The doctors that do these things are lifesavers and they do it every day. The worst part of the recovery for him was the rib pain. When dad got home he used a pillow wedge to sleep because it was more comfortable and was the only way he'd get some rest. He also used the big heart shape pillow they gave him at the hospital to hold onto if he needed to laugh, cough, sneeze, etc.
If you're unhealthy now, be prepared to make changes after your recovery. The bypass doesn't fix the blockage, and it 100% will come back in the bypass artery if you don't address it. Your cardiologist will probably put you on meds for the rest of your life. Dad had another heart attack 12 years after the bypass, which required a stent. So it's not an "if," but "when," you'll have issues again if you don't make some changes.
You'll be fine baw
Posted on 12/10/22 at 6:35 pm to Ingeniero
Thanks for reply. 6:2 185. Healthy, never smoked. Family history with heart problems so I guess it’s my turn. Not looking forward to the pain from getting chest cut open and the bills that come with it. Hopefully can get back to work sooner rather than later.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 8:06 pm to sjak
The bypass should improve things for you, that's why they do it. Take advantage. Pick up a workout hobby (tennis, walking, something) when you are cleared and make the most of it.
Posted on 12/10/22 at 10:07 pm to sjak
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Not looking forward to the pain from getting chest cut open and the bills that come with it.
Those two things are honestly the worst part. While dad recovered from a cut open chest, mom fought with the hospital and insurance. It's not as scary as you think though, and it's basically a new lease on life. Let me know if you have any other questions and I can ask my dad for you.
Posted on 12/11/22 at 4:29 pm to sjak
My mom had triple bypass in 2009 after 2 heart attacks very close to one another
She's still going strong at 71. She's on a handful of heart medicines and she changed her lifestyle completely. Hasn't had a cigarette, diet changed dramatically, pretty much stopped working (which was no problem financially) since. I don't even want to think of the medical bills but insurance covered the majority of it. She sees the cardiologist regularly and every new medication she's prescribed has to be approved by him if I remember correctly. Best of luck, it's not a death sentence and she's had more than 10 stints since then.
She's still going strong at 71. She's on a handful of heart medicines and she changed her lifestyle completely. Hasn't had a cigarette, diet changed dramatically, pretty much stopped working (which was no problem financially) since. I don't even want to think of the medical bills but insurance covered the majority of it. She sees the cardiologist regularly and every new medication she's prescribed has to be approved by him if I remember correctly. Best of luck, it's not a death sentence and she's had more than 10 stints since then.
Posted on 12/14/22 at 8:05 am to Bama and Beer
Thanks, surgery is tomorrow. Doctor says 3 to 5 blockages.
Posted on 12/14/22 at 8:31 am to sjak
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Thanks, surgery is tomorrow. Doctor says 3 to 5 blockages.
when you get back, get your diet and exercise in order.
heres to a succesful surgery and a long life after
Posted on 12/14/22 at 5:53 pm to lsu777
Thanks. I walk 10,000 to 14000 steps a day for my job so I do get exercise. My hope is to get back on feet as soon as possible.
Posted on 12/17/22 at 12:45 am to sjak
Well it turned out to be five bypasses, doing good. Was able to sit up yesterday hopefully get out of icu today.
Posted on 12/17/22 at 4:00 am to sjak
My goodness. Thoughts and prayers man
Posted on 12/17/22 at 4:50 pm to Bama and Beer
Out of icu, walked down hallway twice. Dr roach is a great surgeon.
Posted on 12/17/22 at 5:43 pm to sjak
Glad to hear that you’re doing well.
Posted on 12/19/22 at 7:40 am to sjak
How you feeling baw?
I've got a story for you but it might make you laugh too hard and i don't want you to be in any more pain
I've got a story for you but it might make you laugh too hard and i don't want you to be in any more pain
Posted on 12/19/22 at 12:42 pm to sjak
good to hear man. im glad you are doing well. keep us up to date!
Posted on 12/19/22 at 3:16 pm to caro81
Bypass Thursday and here I am Monday. At least I won’t have to work in the cold. Feeling good hope to get out tomorrow
Posted on 12/20/22 at 4:41 am to sjak
Don't over do it. That seems to be one of the biggest problems now. BP surgery will make you better than you were before the surgery. Recovery is way easier than what you would think. Lots of improvements from years past.
Posted on 12/22/22 at 6:32 pm to omegaman66
Got home Wednesday night, feeling good. Biggest problem is I have not had a good poop yet. If I don’t go after tomorrows morning coffee I will try something else. Had miralox(could be spelled wrong) in hospital but just a few pebbles.
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