Saturday, August 7, 2010
Thankful to Be Here!
I started my blog and a week later went for tests-heart, carotid artery,etc. "Just for a Record" I thought. Was passing with flying colors until I got to the R. carotid artery. The technician paled and said," I think I better set you up with another appointment. With the numbers your test shows, I know the Doctor will want you to have a carotid arteriogram. I was surprised to say the least.
Two days later I had the arteriogram series. My daughter-in-law who is a nurse at the hospital where I went told me to pack a bag just in case they kept me. Later I found out she had already contacted the number 1 surgeon at Gadsden Regional Hospital and had a spot for me to be worked in if needed. The normal count for blood velocity flow in the carotid is 80. My number was 309.
The doctor and the surgeon came to see me in recovery. They had one open place that afternoon. "Would you like to get this done today and not have to wait around and worry about it?" So to make a long story short, I agreed. Had the procedure, spent a few weeks resting up, and am back to my schedule.
I would say to anyone with a history of heart disease or stroke in the family, get the tests done. It's so easy and will tell you if you need anything further. I'm so glad I requested it. Now my number is 80 on both sides of my neck. I'm ready for whatever comes my way. And now I DO have a record to look back to and compare.
Two days later I had the arteriogram series. My daughter-in-law who is a nurse at the hospital where I went told me to pack a bag just in case they kept me. Later I found out she had already contacted the number 1 surgeon at Gadsden Regional Hospital and had a spot for me to be worked in if needed. The normal count for blood velocity flow in the carotid is 80. My number was 309.
The doctor and the surgeon came to see me in recovery. They had one open place that afternoon. "Would you like to get this done today and not have to wait around and worry about it?" So to make a long story short, I agreed. Had the procedure, spent a few weeks resting up, and am back to my schedule.
I would say to anyone with a history of heart disease or stroke in the family, get the tests done. It's so easy and will tell you if you need anything further. I'm so glad I requested it. Now my number is 80 on both sides of my neck. I'm ready for whatever comes my way. And now I DO have a record to look back to and compare.
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