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Post by formerlyme on Feb 8, 2023 20:07:11 GMT -5
I've spent most of the last 3 to 4 days in bed with a very bad cold. I haven't had a cold since long before the start of the pandemic, and I'd forgotten how miserable they can be!
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Post by Fireheart on Feb 9, 2023 15:13:02 GMT -5
I've spent most of the last 3 to 4 days in bed with a very bad cold. I haven't had a cold since long before the start of the pandemic, and I'd forgotten how miserable they can be! I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you're feeling better soon!
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Post by 2old on Feb 9, 2023 17:32:55 GMT -5
Random thought.... After watching the state of union last night, I've come to the conclusion that the GOPs rabid dogs need new shock collars. Every time they blurt out something ridiculously stupid, they need zapped. A muzzle wouldn't hurt them either. Totally agree, wanted to tell MTG to take her fur collar and shove it in mouth! nkat They said she paid $500 for the coat, thinking it would toss barbs at the white China balloon. Didn't work. The current leaders of the Republican Party are not about legislating... not about governing. They want to be attention wh***s! It's all about how can I get my actions highlighted on Fox New. How can my mouth breathing fans talk about me in the bar tonight. How will the cameras flash my image across the screen and not the other 400+ members of the House. They're building digital "scrapbooks" to show off at neighborhood keg parties, at the cocaine orgies Gaetz talks about, for the chance to have the former guy post something about what good "soldiers" they are.
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Post by Fireheart on Feb 12, 2023 8:02:11 GMT -5
Hubby just recently got out of the Heart Center at the hospital. He had an enlarged heart and fluid around his heart. The doctors tested for everything (and I do mean everything) to try and figure out why this happened, but came up with nothing. So, they just sent him home with meds and he goes back in a month to get more scans to be sure it's getting better.
He does have a family history of heart issues. His father had his first bypass surgery in his 30's and had 5 total before he died.
Hubby was in the Heart Center last year around this time as well. That time it was because his heart rate would go from normal to being "through the roof" just by standing. They went in with a catheter at that time and saw no blockages or problems of any kind, so they just sent him home with meds to slow his heartrate. I wish they could at least figure out what's causing these issues. The meds are treating the symptoms...but I wish they could figure out the underlying cause. Treat the cause...symptoms resolve...stop recurring issues.
He's only 46 and he's on a ridiculous amount of meds. I brought this up with the doc who said (with a bit of attitude), "Well, you're 43. How many meds are you on?" I said, "None." He smirked and said, "No, really." I said, "None. I take vitamins, but no meds." This man looked at me like this is unheard of. Being in your 40's isn't old. Why is it the norm now that people my age are on a bunch of meds?
Anyway, I'm trying to get Hubby to make some major lifestyle changes. It's a bit easier when he's at home with me and doesn't have much of a choice, but he goes back to work this week...which means he's going to want to grab something for breakfast on the way and go out to lunch with his co-workers and they'll be eating unhealthy, so it's going to tempt him.
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Post by Drifter on Feb 12, 2023 10:27:31 GMT -5
Fireheart I'm sorry to hear about your husband. Sure hope they figure out what caused his heart to enlarge. Yes, diet changes would be good. I don't get why a doctor would assume most people in their 40's would be on meds. I agree with you, questioning the amount of drugs given to him.
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Post by birdgal on Feb 12, 2023 14:07:08 GMT -5
Some doctors are very good and really listen to their patients. I had a doctor like that but she had the nerve to retire. I remember something called bedside manner. Docs that looked their parents in the eye and actually listened to the patient, instead of looking at a file. Sometimes even asking questions. I also remember when they made housecalls carrying that little black bag. Damn, I'm old! ;)
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Post by formerlyme on Feb 12, 2023 17:49:19 GMT -5
Fireheart I'm sorry to hear about your husband. Sure hope they figure out what caused his heart to enlarge. Yes, diet changes would be good. I don't get why a doctor would assume most people in their 40's would be on meds. I agree with you, questioning the amount of drugs given to him. I sure hope they get it all sorted out soon, Fireheart!
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Post by Sunkist on Feb 12, 2023 21:29:01 GMT -5
Hubby just recently got out of the Heart Center at the hospital. He had an enlarged heart and fluid around his heart. The doctors tested for everything (and I do mean everything) to try and figure out why this happened, but came up with nothing. So, they just sent him home with meds and he goes back in a month to get more scans to be sure it's getting better. He does have a family history of heart issues. His father had his first bypass surgery in his 30's and had 5 total before he died. Hubby was in the Heart Center last year around this time as well. That time it was because his heart rate would go from normal to being "through the roof" just by standing. They went in with a catheter at that time and saw no blockages or problems of any kind, so they just sent him home with meds to slow his heartrate. I wish they could at least figure out what's causing these issues. The meds are treating the symptoms...but I wish they could figure out the underlying cause. Treat the cause...symptoms resolve...stop recurring issues. He's only 46 and he's on a ridiculous amount of meds. I brought this up with the doc who said (with a bit of attitude), "Well, you're 43. How many meds are you on?" I said, "None." He smirked and said, "No, really." I said, "None. I take vitamins, but no meds." This man looked at me like this is unheard of. Being in your 40's isn't old. Why is it the norm now that people my age are on a bunch of meds? Anyway, I'm trying to get Hubby to make some major lifestyle changes. It's a bit easier when he's at home with me and doesn't have much of a choice, but he goes back to work this week...which means he's going to want to grab something for breakfast on the way and go out to lunch with his co-workers and they'll be eating unhealthy, so it's going to tempt him. I don't mean to interfere, but please check this out- not sure if there's a more updated version: projects.propublica.org/docdollars/
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Post by Fireheart on Feb 12, 2023 23:18:39 GMT -5
Fireheart I'm sorry to hear about your husband. Sure hope they figure out what caused his heart to enlarge. Yes, diet changes would be good. I don't get why a doctor would assume most people in their 40's would be on meds. I agree with you, questioning the amount of drugs given to him. I sure hope they get it all sorted out soon, Fireheart! Thanks! Me too.
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Post by Fireheart on Feb 12, 2023 23:19:10 GMT -5
Hubby just recently got out of the Heart Center at the hospital. He had an enlarged heart and fluid around his heart. The doctors tested for everything (and I do mean everything) to try and figure out why this happened, but came up with nothing. So, they just sent him home with meds and he goes back in a month to get more scans to be sure it's getting better. He does have a family history of heart issues. His father had his first bypass surgery in his 30's and had 5 total before he died. Hubby was in the Heart Center last year around this time as well. That time it was because his heart rate would go from normal to being "through the roof" just by standing. They went in with a catheter at that time and saw no blockages or problems of any kind, so they just sent him home with meds to slow his heartrate. I wish they could at least figure out what's causing these issues. The meds are treating the symptoms...but I wish they could figure out the underlying cause. Treat the cause...symptoms resolve...stop recurring issues. He's only 46 and he's on a ridiculous amount of meds. I brought this up with the doc who said (with a bit of attitude), "Well, you're 43. How many meds are you on?" I said, "None." He smirked and said, "No, really." I said, "None. I take vitamins, but no meds." This man looked at me like this is unheard of. Being in your 40's isn't old. Why is it the norm now that people my age are on a bunch of meds? Anyway, I'm trying to get Hubby to make some major lifestyle changes. It's a bit easier when he's at home with me and doesn't have much of a choice, but he goes back to work this week...which means he's going to want to grab something for breakfast on the way and go out to lunch with his co-workers and they'll be eating unhealthy, so it's going to tempt him. I don't mean to interfere, but please check this out- not sure if there's a more updated version: projects.propublica.org/docdollars/Interesting. I'll look into it.
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Post by louie on Feb 19, 2023 12:50:25 GMT -5
Hubby just recently got out of the Heart Center at the hospital. He had an enlarged heart and fluid around his heart. The doctors tested for everything (and I do mean everything) to try and figure out why this happened, but came up with nothing. So, they just sent him home with meds and he goes back in a month to get more scans to be sure it's getting better. He does have a family history of heart issues. His father had his first bypass surgery in his 30's and had 5 total before he died. Hubby was in the Heart Center last year around this time as well. That time it was because his heart rate would go from normal to being "through the roof" just by standing. They went in with a catheter at that time and saw no blockages or problems of any kind, so they just sent him home with meds to slow his heartrate. I wish they could at least figure out what's causing these issues. The meds are treating the symptoms...but I wish they could figure out the underlying cause. Treat the cause...symptoms resolve...stop recurring issues. He's only 46 and he's on a ridiculous amount of meds. I brought this up with the doc who said (with a bit of attitude), "Well, you're 43. How many meds are you on?" I said, "None." He smirked and said, "No, really." I said, "None. I take vitamins, but no meds." This man looked at me like this is unheard of. Being in your 40's isn't old. Why is it the norm now that people my age are on a bunch of meds? Anyway, I'm trying to get Hubby to make some major lifestyle changes. It's a bit easier when he's at home with me and doesn't have much of a choice, but he goes back to work this week...which means he's going to want to grab something for breakfast on the way and go out to lunch with his co-workers and they'll be eating unhealthy, so it's going to tempt him. I sure hope they figure things out for your husband. I had my hubby for the second summer in Cardi-Pulmonary Rehab/PT. He does well for a bit and then doesn't. Figuring out why the heart is misbehaving is so hard. The doctor's comment was terribly rude. I had cataract surgery 10 days ago and the nurses reviewing my chart had to double check with me on my meds. None at 66 1/2. Hubby has 10 meds at breakfast and if you count it all 28 pills in a day. It seems that some doctors want to throw pills at everything. Stay well!
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Post by Fireheart on Feb 19, 2023 18:21:02 GMT -5
Hubby just recently got out of the Heart Center at the hospital. He had an enlarged heart and fluid around his heart. The doctors tested for everything (and I do mean everything) to try and figure out why this happened, but came up with nothing. So, they just sent him home with meds and he goes back in a month to get more scans to be sure it's getting better. He does have a family history of heart issues. His father had his first bypass surgery in his 30's and had 5 total before he died. Hubby was in the Heart Center last year around this time as well. That time it was because his heart rate would go from normal to being "through the roof" just by standing. They went in with a catheter at that time and saw no blockages or problems of any kind, so they just sent him home with meds to slow his heartrate. I wish they could at least figure out what's causing these issues. The meds are treating the symptoms...but I wish they could figure out the underlying cause. Treat the cause...symptoms resolve...stop recurring issues. He's only 46 and he's on a ridiculous amount of meds. I brought this up with the doc who said (with a bit of attitude), "Well, you're 43. How many meds are you on?" I said, "None." He smirked and said, "No, really." I said, "None. I take vitamins, but no meds." This man looked at me like this is unheard of. Being in your 40's isn't old. Why is it the norm now that people my age are on a bunch of meds? Anyway, I'm trying to get Hubby to make some major lifestyle changes. It's a bit easier when he's at home with me and doesn't have much of a choice, but he goes back to work this week...which means he's going to want to grab something for breakfast on the way and go out to lunch with his co-workers and they'll be eating unhealthy, so it's going to tempt him. I sure hope they figure things out for your husband. I had my hubby for the second summer in Cardi-Pulmonary Rehab/PT. He does well for a bit and then doesn't. Figuring out why the heart is misbehaving is so hard. The doctor's comment was terribly rude. I had cataract surgery 10 days ago and the nurses reviewing my chart had to double check with me on my meds. None at 66 1/2. Hubby has 10 meds at breakfast and if you count it all 28 pills in a day. It seems that some doctors want to throw pills at everything. Stay well! It's so good to hear from you Louie! Sorry your hubby is having cardiac issues as well. I hope things will improve for him. They really do try to throw meds at everything. I take holistic & natural approach to wellness (thanks to my Cherokee grandma) and it has served me well.
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Post by 2old on Feb 19, 2023 19:00:46 GMT -5
Cardiac issues! :>) A few months ago when the granddaughter was doing clinicals at a cardiac care unit, she called me. "Grandpa. It's not just old people who have heart attacks! I always thought this was an old people's problem. There is a guy in here in his 40's!"
Wife's nephew headed to his truck to go to work Friday morning. Had some terrific pain in his chest and numbness in his arm. The live out in the country about 15 miles from a town. His wife drove him to the hospital in their small town. ER said he was having a heart attack. Lifeflighted him to the large facility in Topeka. 80% blockage. Two stents in hopes that cures it. If not, will have to open him up. 38 years old!! THIRTY EIGHT!! Hard worker. Been with the same employer since high school. But... heavy smoker and drinker. Not the best lifestyle. Will need to make some major changes or probably not see a ripe old age.
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Post by louie on Feb 19, 2023 19:52:44 GMT -5
Cardiac issues! :>) A few months ago when the granddaughter was doing clinicals at a cardiac care unit, she called me. "Grandpa. It's not just old people who have heart attacks! I always thought this was an old people's problem. There is a guy in here in his 40's!" Wife's nephew headed to his truck to go to work Friday morning. Had some terrific pain in his chest and numbness in his arm. The live out in the country about 15 miles from a town. His wife drove him to the hospital in their small town. ER said he was having a heart attack. Lifeflighted him to the large facility in Topeka. 80% blockage. Two stents in hopes that cures it. If not, will have to open him up. 38 years old!! THIRTY EIGHT!! Hard worker. Been with the same employer since high school. But... heavy smoker and drinker. Not the best lifestyle. Will need to make some major changes or probably not see a ripe old age. Lifestyle changes can help, hopefully he will do better now? Goodness.
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Post by birdgal on Feb 20, 2023 13:39:17 GMT -5
Sending him Good Thoughts and Healing Light. Hopefully this is a wake up call.
Gentle hugs for him and the people who care about him.
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