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08-20-2019, 07:00 PM | #76 |
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Red, Earlier this month, things just weren't right. I was tired all the time. Then I got dizzy spells. Had a few at work and they told me to go to the ER. Turns out my Blood Pressure meds were too high and a bad mix...I was dehydrated so bad I had kidney problems...and heart issues. Long story short I have 7 blockages in my arteries...40% up to the two 70% and one 75% I am too far gone to be eligible for stints. IF I don't reverse the blockage, the only way is bypass. Eating bad, smoking and drinking like a fish all contributed to this.
I haven't smoked since the 3rd, nor drank. I am on a heart healthy diet. You are making a great decision unless you want to be 58, in a hospital for 7 days and wondering if you're gonna have to have your chest opened. I am dealing with withdrawal of nicotine AND alcohol. But I sure don't want my chest cracked open. When they asked me how much I drank, I said, "About a gallon a week." Of what they asked. "Tequila". Let's you and me live a lot longer and fight the good fight. I am here if you want an ear. I will be going through the same things you will. Hell, I already am. But let's do it and live a lot longer! |
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08-20-2019, 07:03 PM | #77 | |
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Hope you continue to recover. |
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08-20-2019, 07:03 PM | #78 |
Yum! Buc Marshmallows
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08-20-2019, 07:14 PM | #79 |
Snacks Are Under My Apron
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At least nobody has Haglunds
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08-20-2019, 07:16 PM | #80 | |
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08-20-2019, 08:08 PM | #81 | |
union paraplegic organizer
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Location: western Kansas
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burt, we could be CPs poster dudes on the consequences of being an addict. I wish you the best my friend. My circumstances made it far easier than what you and SR will have to deal with. You both got this. |
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08-20-2019, 08:12 PM | #82 | |
Steel sharpens Steele!
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08-20-2019, 08:23 PM | #83 |
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Just the fact that you have identified the problem and are taking steps in the right direction speaks volumes about your character...
I wish I had your courage kid; I have zero doubt you'll overcome whatever is forcing this internal behavior... Chin up... |
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08-20-2019, 08:23 PM | #84 |
The Collective Unconscious
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What’s next, SR? Treatment?
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08-20-2019, 08:30 PM | #85 | |
best in the biz
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hang in there brother. Get in the gym if possible. I'm six months in and lost 15 pds. |
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08-20-2019, 08:31 PM | #86 |
Psycho Bag Of Squanch
Join Date: Sep 2001
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You got the talking part done.
Respect and best wishes Red. |
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08-20-2019, 08:34 PM | #87 |
Starter
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best of luck SR
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08-20-2019, 08:47 PM | #88 |
You Sweetie!
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08-20-2019, 08:54 PM | #89 |
New and shiny.
Join Date: Dec 2002
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I don't know you personally, but in the past you've sent me kind PM's supporting me. So in turn, I'm supporting you.
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08-20-2019, 09:05 PM | #90 |
Inmem 2.0
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Is that why u were trying to get ahold of me? If so I feel bad for not answering I prefer texting. You got this man! What's helped me is just limit yourself as much as possible it's gotten easier.
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