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General Category => AN Issues => Topic started by: TxNurseNoelle on July 09, 2009, 08:00:55 pm

Title: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: TxNurseNoelle on July 09, 2009, 08:00:55 pm: I got a call this afternoon at work from the surgery coordinator, I went this morning for my EKG, well it shows i had a Myocardial Infarction of undetermined age..I was floored! now i need to see a Cardiologist to get clearance for surgery..Im still in shock, what a year this has been, Im shaking my head in disbelief...I doubt I will sleep tonite, waiting for a call from Cardio office..will keep you posted..
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: lori67 on July 09, 2009, 08:05:19 pm: Wow, when it rains, it pours, huh?

I hope everything works out okay. Do you think you might have had the MI about the time they told you about the AN? I know I almost did! ;)

I hope you get good news from the cardiologist. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Lori
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Kaybo on July 09, 2009, 09:20:28 pm: OH MY GOODNESS!

WOW! I can't even believe this...I'm so sorry! Keep us posted.

K
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Post by: wendysig on July 10, 2009, 12:30:52 am: Oh my goodness. Since you didn't know it happened, I guess this is what they call a "silent heart attack" It sounds like you're having quite a year, but in a way,the AN may have saved you future trouble with your heart, since testing alerted you to a potential problem. I hope everything is okay though and the cardiologist clears you for surgery. Keep us posted.

Wendy
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: kenneth_k on July 10, 2009, 02:15:55 am: Not so good news I guess. I hope all goes weel.
I have had an EKG taken more than 15 times during routine check-ups. At least 5 of them showed something out of order, including possible heart attack. However, all of them were false alarms. But I empathize, they can be quite disturbing. Especially in the situation you are in.

Regards, Kenneth
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: TxNurseNoelle on July 10, 2009, 06:22:27 am: Well I hardly slept at all last night will call this am to see what is going on and praying it was an EKG error, reading all your thoughts and concerns has been a blessing to me thank you to everyone this forum has really helped me..hugs to all
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Keri on July 10, 2009, 07:03:05 am: Hi Noelle,
I'm really sorry about this too. I hope you find out something soon and that it's not bad news.
My youngest daughter is named Noelle - a very pretty name!
Take care,
Keri
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Jim Scott on July 10, 2009, 09:34:29 am: Noelle ~

I was dismayed to learn of the possible MI that was discovered as you underwent your EKG in preparation for your scheduled AN surgery. This is certainly a shock. We all know that once you make that surgery decision and get psyched up for it, this kind of thing can be - understandably - upsetting. Besides, who needs heart problems? Although, as Wendy noted, the abnormality shown on your EKG could have the effect of saving you future heart problems as whatever the cause of the MI, it can be addressed, now, before anything more occurs. Of course, a false EKG reading would be extremely welcome and I hope and will pray that this is what happens.

Jim
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: moe on July 10, 2009, 09:36:18 am: Noelle,
Hopefully you got some answers today. If it does indeed so show some old infarct, at least you know this before brain surgery and not during brain surgery. :o
Hang in there....
Maureen
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: CHD63 on July 10, 2009, 09:56:49 am: Noelle .....

What a bummer! Just when you were all psyched up for the AN surgery, this happens. Like the others have said if you indeed do have a heart issue, it is much better to find out about it and fix it now before surgery.

Not the same thing ..... but I had a positive stress test during which the cardiologist was certain beyond a doubt that I had a blockage ...... endured a heart catheterization and my heart and vessels were perfectly normal and healthy. Let's pray that your situation is also a false alarm!

Clarice
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Cynaburst on July 12, 2009, 09:55:59 pm: I just wanted to tell you that I have a hereditary heart condition called Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, and in people who have HCM, their EKG often reads as if they have had a heart attack when they haven't. I don't know what they will tell you, but they should as a next step schedule an echocardiogram, or ultrasound of your heart to check for thickening of your left ventricle.

If you have any thickening, HCM is a possibility.

You can visit the website of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association to learn more: www.4HCM.org

By the way, I had an AN as well, and had a 7 hour retrosigmoid surgery to remove my 3+ cm AN over 7 years ago. I had been diagnosed with HCM at the time, and it was no problem. I just needed cardio clearance before the surgery and the anesthesiologist has to monitor you a little more closely.

So, sorry to hear about your wrinkle, but it could all be totally treatable.
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: TxNurseNoelle on July 16, 2009, 10:15:43 pm: Well I went to the cardiologist today and I was cleared for the surgery! Looks like all things are a go for July 24th, I am soo happy I am ok cardio wise, I havent even given the surgery much thought since Thursday when all of this happened. I had a HUGE headache tonite, too many emotions all at once I guess..anyway now I can focus on the task at hand and get through this next obstacle, I have been comforted by all of the good thoughts that came my way, you have no idea how grateful I am for all of you! Thank you soooooo much...
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: sgerrard on July 16, 2009, 10:47:10 pm: Noelle, that is totally excellently double good news!

Now all you have left is a little bit of brain surgery, and you will be good to go. 8)

Steve
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: wendysig on July 17, 2009, 07:52:02 am: Noelle,

So glad to hear everything is okay with regard to your heart. With your surgery now just days away, I'm sure you've got a million things to do. These scares make us really put things in perspective. As for your "little bit of brain surgery," you will get through this. Is someone posting for you after surgery?

Best wishes,
Wendy

Steve -- You are too funny!!
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Kaybo on July 17, 2009, 08:49:45 am: Great News! ;D

K
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: epodjn on July 17, 2009, 01:16:26 pm: I also have a heart condition, amyloid heart disease (heriditary, thanks dad) , but was cleared for surgery so I'm not surprised you are ok'd to have surgery on the 24th. They will watch you pretty closely. I didn't have any complications from the heart problem. Hope you don't either.
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Kaybo on July 29, 2009, 01:05:26 pm: I have been wondering also...
K
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled/I am a postie
Post by: TxNurseNoelle on July 30, 2009, 02:40:59 pm: Hi to everyone, I got home yesterday afternoon, surgery went well, was 6-7hours, am very tired so keeping this short, the buzzing in the right side of my head is horrible, my tongue is numb on rt side and my balance is not good, but IM HOME and thats the beginning of recuperation..Wanted to let you all know an update, thanks so much to all of you, Kaybo and all my friends It makes my heart smile when I know you are concerned, well gonna go sit on my recliner this typing is making me dizzy..talk later Noelle
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Brendalu on July 30, 2009, 02:52:28 pm: Noelle,
Yay! You are now an official postie!! I'm so glad your surgery went well. Get lots of rest and take it slow and easy. Some get their balance back quickly and others it takes a while. Don't sweat the small stuff, you have all of us keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Kaybo on July 30, 2009, 02:56:22 pm: Noelle~

So glad you are home and everything went OK! I still have your number - I'll try to call you in a few days or PM me when you feel up to a call!
K
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Jim Scott on July 30, 2009, 03:07:34 pm: Noelle ~

We're all concerned for a member that has just undergone surgery. I'm pleased to see you back as a 'postie' and that you're recuperating. I trust the buzzing, numb tongue and fatigue will abate, soon. Thanks for making the effort to post an update. Now, relax and rest. We'll be here when you're up to posting again. Honest. ;)

Jim
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: CHD63 on July 30, 2009, 07:54:52 pm: Noelle .....

So relieved to know that your surgery went well and you are home. Now, listen to your body and rest as much as you need ..... that will definitely speed up the healing. In between, walk as much as you safely can and things will come together more quickly.

Welcome to Postie Land!

Clarice
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: cin605 on July 30, 2009, 09:02:32 pm: Woo-Hoo hardest part is done!Welcome to postie land! ;)
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: ppearl214 on August 01, 2009, 05:52:44 am: Noelle,

welcome to Postiehood!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) Congrats and please take it easy during recovery!

continued wellness wishes to you!
Phyl
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Ellenmn on August 01, 2009, 07:41:42 am: Glad to hear your home and I'll pray thatyou continue to improve every day.

Take care and get lots of rest
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Keri on August 01, 2009, 09:51:14 am: Hi Noelle,
So glad to see you back and know you're at home. Rest and recover well!
Keri
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: Mickey on August 01, 2009, 10:27:31 am: Best Wishes for a speedy recovery! Mickey
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: msmaggie on August 01, 2009, 01:27:53 pm: Noelle,

Glad to hear that you are safely on the other side! Best wishes for an uneventful recovery. You deserve it after all the drama leading up to surgery!

Priscilla
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: satman on August 03, 2009, 10:10:33 am: congrats noelle,i have been following your journey and so glad everything went well,wishing you a speedy recovery !
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: kenneth_k on August 03, 2009, 01:23:53 pm: Hi Noelle.

Welcome home. From now on, things only get better ;)
I wish you the best.

Regards, Kenneth
Title: Re: I may have my surgery cancelled
Post by: moe on August 04, 2009, 08:05:28 am: Noelle,
Hope the recovery is going smoothly with lots of rest/sleep/walking/pooping!
Let us know how you are doing when you feel up to it.
Peace,
Maureen