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I hope the news will be better than expected.

Go into this with an open mind and do not fear what you will be told. Just go with it. You will be fine. It takes time but you will come out of this just fine.

That's very reassuring.

you've been a beacon of light and I'm forever grateful.

amazing and wonderful. Hang in there.

I'm certainly happy its 2025 and not 1975 lol

But, I will send what I can!

Prayers and thoughts for an appointment that leads to you feeling better soon! 💗💗💗

The same thing happens with us cancer survivors before our follow-up's.
Also, get a second opinion if it is serious. I the U.S.
https://www.patientadvocate.org/download-view/second-opinions/

I've opened up the link and it looks like a great resource.

I know a few guys who have gone through triple bypass surgery and are doing well today.
You will too!
Fear is understandable. I would be full of fear, but you will get this taken care of and be able to continue your life.

I'm 72 now, and still kicking! You'll feel so much better if you have the surgery.

That will be nice

The candle is a nice touch.

All the best to you.

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modern medicine is miraculous

I had a triple bypass 6 years ago and I am as good as new. I never knew I had a heart issue until my physician saw a new blip on an EKG. I never had any symptoms. They did test and found I had one artery 100% blocked and two 80% blocked. Turns out I had corollaries (I had to find that out on my own because the Docs won't tell you about that. Once I mentioned it they confirmed) which means my body created a bunch of small arteries that went around the blockages. My cardiologist said, once I mentioned the corollaries, that I may or may not have an issue. Well, I'm a wildlife photographer and I thought that if I did have an issue I might be a mile back in the woods and it would be weeks before anyone found me. I decided to have the surgery and couple weeks after getting home I was back out with the camera. LOL... my Doctors were not pleased but both said my recovery was off the charts.
Good luck. All will be good.

a cut somehow! Amazing what docs can do now. Seeing you happy and well, and feeling so very much better soon. Aloha.

My mom has a heart attack at 43. Now days they can do so much with little fanfare. The doctors do so many of these surgeries they could do then with their eyes closed. I wish you a speedy recovery. Try to keep the dark away with light. Catch yourself self talking negative and tell the thought to be gone. You get to control what you think.

Remember, just breathe, you will be fine.

Father, please grant courage and peace that passes understanding. Be in the midst of this medical situation. Let the prognosis be within the parameters of medical abilities to repair. Then, we ask that You heal as only You can. We ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Blessings

I don't know if you're Christian, but here is my prayer for you. From the Book of Common Prayer of the Episcopal Church:

Almighty God our Heavenly Father, graciously comfort your servant John in his suffering and bless the means made use of for his cure. Fill his heart with confidence that, though at times he may be afraid, he yet may put his trust in you, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

They’ve gotten really good at this: stents, by pass surgery. Have faith. Good luck.

I had 2 stents implanted in 2015.
Thanks for the perspective.

The patient asked. “Can I get a second opinion?” The doctor told him he might not live until a second opinion. He went to the hospital and they did 3 bypasses. He’s fine now.

I understand it’s a scary procedure, but they do them all over the country every day.

Hoping for good news for you.

get some concrete information and a good positive plan for what comes next. Waiting and wondering aren’t easy and you are facing this with tons of courage already!!! Your DU family is behind you all the way!! Please keep us posted. We care!!!!!🩷

I hope everything works out for you.

I have a friend that had a non-stemi (so??) at 54. He’s was very fit but a smoker. He quit cigarettes about 6 months before the heart attack. Ended up getting a total of 4 stents over the years. Now he is 61 and going strong. Don’t lose hope. I’m rooting for you!

Effing atherosclerosis. Somebody has to come up with a less severe way to deal with it. With some it’s genetic, no matter healthy lifestyle.

Be hopeful. Know that you're in good hands. Heart surgery is the most common and successful of surgeries. Compared to many other major surgeries, heart surgery, particularly coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), generally exceeding a 90% success rate with significantly improved survival rates for patients with severe coronary artery disease.

You're going to be okay. Stay peaceful. Sleep well.

Let's hope you get the best possible diagnosis

Good vibes and just know the docs know what to do to help.

than you're expecting. Healing good vibes your way!

And hoping that your fears are put to rest by your surgeon. Please let us know how it goes...

But you’re on DU so you must be one of the good ones. Fingers, toes, arms and eyes crossed for you to get better fast!

And healing thoughts for you!!!!🔆❤️‍🩹

I mean it - he rides his bicycle every day. I hope that is what they can do for you. I have 5!!

I love all the positivity.

🤔 I think that covers almost all possibilities.

Good Luck!

As I raise my doughnut to yours, let's toast to long and happy lives.

The kid cats and I are all pulling for you!

I think of you and your babies often.

May you heal quickly.

Might help to focus on the color green. Green is the color of everything you need to keep your mind focused on:
Health
Healing
Renewal
Spring
New growth
Vitality
The color for “Go”
And all that other good stuff!

"I love Calimari".
You'll be happy to know that colors are huge to me and help define me.
I bought a set of new green bed sheets for this specific occasion along with another that is Lavender in color.