I had my third Angiogram/Heart Cath this morning at the hospital. I felt great and ready to go in and get it over with, until I woke up this morning. Nerves were on edge and thoughts of 'what if's' began to flood my mind. Still, I knew I needed to have this procedure done and find out why I seem to get so short of breath and feel like I'm going to pass out at times, so I wasn't about to back out now.
Bottom line is... there is no blockage that wasn't there before. It has actually not gotten worse, but, at the same time, not gotten better. This is good news. Thank you, Jesus!
However, the thing that is frustrating for me is that the function of my heart has not improved and, according to the docs, this is what is causing the problem. If I want to prolong my life, I have to get back to exercising even though I may not be able to do much right now. For me, this is kind of like a catch 22 situation. I need to exercise, but it's difficult and I'm limited when it comes to stamina. But, I guess this is what I'm facing and have to find a way to make it work.
Thankfully, they discharged me after the Angio and let me come home to recoup, which has proven to be much more restful than spending the night in the hospital. It's been about nine hours since the procedure, but I'm still feeling fairly loopy and the incision where they went in is aching like none other. I don't remember this feeling before, but as long as there is no swelling, I think I'm good.
Well, at the end of the day, the awesome news is that I don't have blockage and won't require surgery. All that is required is to get my heart, which is a muscle, back to work. Easier said than done, but do-able. Maybe I need to go spend some time with my (almost) 80 year old aunt and hang out with her, helping her mow the yard, travel the world and live life to it's fullest even after having heart issues of her own! After thinking about that it makes me wonder, 'what's wrong with this picture'?!!
Thank you to those who have shown the love in such a beautiful way to me and my family. Your calls, concern, offers of help and prayers mean more than you will ever know!
xoxoxo
4 comments:
I'm so glad your test came back with good news! Hopefully you can find a form of exercise that is actually fun and will help your heart function better.
Let's hope, Amanda! xo
Steph, I don't know if you have access to a physical therapy pool, but that is the only exercise I can do with my back. It is wonderful and great exercise, without stressing anything else. Kym has seen me do my exercises, you can do it at your pace or really kick some butt, and it's fun in the water.
Good luck and prayers for you darlin.
Molly
Molly... We do have a pool and I'm hoping to be able to find some good cardio exercises once I'm released to get in water. Right now, because of the incision, I can't immerse myself in water for another week or so. But, I do agree that it is a great way to get a good workout and I'm ready... I think. ;)
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