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Jilly_in_VA

(14,305 posts)
4. I went through that
Sat Feb 14, 2026, 01:09 PM
Feb 14

in November of 2024. The difference is (probably, anyway) that I didn't go to cardiac rehab, because by the time they called me it was 6 months later and I had already pretty much rehabbed myself with daily walks and was back to working at the shelter. I did go and check out the place, but the minute I walked in I immediately got severely claustrophobic; too much equipment packed into too small a place, and too noisy. So I politely said no thanks and walked out and continued my life. Per my last echocardiogram I'm doing fine. Just don't treat yourself as a cardiac cripple and you'll be okay! Best wishes from VA.

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Be good to yourself! Solly Mack Feb 14 #1
Vibes for swift and complete recovery and healing. niyad Feb 14 #2
I'm glad your recovery is going well! TBF Feb 14 #3
I went through that Jilly_in_VA Feb 14 #4
I, too, went through this in 2023. Swede Feb 14 #5
2003 for me. WheelWalker Feb 14 #7
I hope you continue to do well! brer cat Feb 14 #6
Take care of yourself and get well LetMyPeopleVote Feb 14 #8
Sounds like things are going well for you, but always remember that it'll take time. greatauntoftriplets Feb 14 #9
Glad to hear you're recovering well and sending healing vibes your way. Nevilledog Feb 14 #10
Sounds like you're doing everything right. Hang in there. We need you in fighting mode. Vinca Feb 14 #11
Sending only positive thoughts on your recovery Spazito Feb 14 #12
A short comment: Safe as Milk Feb 14 #13
My heart attack was 12 years ago Mblaze Feb 14 #14
Good to see this! mountain grammy Feb 14 #15
take it easy. AllaN01Bear Feb 14 #16
. NewHendoLib Feb 14 #17
And also have a Happy Valentines Day! people Feb 14 #18
Wonderful malaise Feb 14 #19
Fellow survivor here. Helicopter ride, coded, 3 stents and wonderful professionals that helped me get back Cheezoholic Feb 14 #20
Do it at your own pace. OldBaldy1701E Feb 14 #21
20 years ago, age 37, three stents, no damage (lucky af) eggplant Feb 14 #22
Well, keep doing what you're doing then, uppity! hamsterjill Feb 14 #23
Best wishes that you recover fully. area51 Feb 14 #24
Keep on keepin' on democrank Feb 14 #25
Good to hear. ❤️ underpants Feb 14 #26
Glad to hear it's going well Figarosmom Feb 14 #27
Keep on keeping on Bayard Feb 14 #28
So sorry to hear of your heart attack and stent being needed, but glad you're on the mend! SheltieLover Feb 14 #29
Sending healing hugs gademocrat7 Feb 14 #30
Glad your doing well Tree Lady Feb 14 #31
Thanks for the frequent updates! calimary Feb 15 #32
So glad you are in recovery, uppityperson Clouds Passing Feb 15 #33
I spent last weekend in the Cardio ward myself randr Feb 15 #34
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