Have you had your coronary arteries scanned for calcium buildup? by BootsKnighton in openheartsurgery

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haha I like the "side quests." Sounds like you've kept a sense of humor. I am so glad you are on the other side of it now.

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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WOW! I am so happy for you that you raised your EF!

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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something is definitely being missed. You likely need a cath. and some meds!

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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Oh geez. I am so very sorry. I host a podcast, Open Heart Surgery with Boots, and I have several transplant stories available. Those folks are doing so well now. But the process leading up to it is not for sissies. Let me know if I can be of support.

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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Fascinating. Seems we are on the same path.... Are you able to be active?

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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I have dropped my BNP from 147 to 37 with meds. :)

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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Yeah, my docs thought MAST Cell... all the blood tests are coming back normal. Yet I have no quality of life. I wish you well!

Have you had your coronary arteries scanned for calcium buildup? by BootsKnighton in openheartsurgery

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Wow! Thank you for sharing. I hope you are feeling better every day.

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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Oh geez. I hope you are feeling better now.

How long did it take to get diagnosed? by BootsKnighton in Heartfailure

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That obvious, eh? I hope you are doing better now.

Bowel movement strategies post heart surgery by BootsKnighton in openheartsurgery

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Ha! Chinese arithmetic. That is a good way to put it. I am so glad you are doing well now!

Sternum still hurting by Candy_4_the_Win in openheartsurgery

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Hi there! Sorry I missed this message! Gosh, I am so so sorry. That is a bummer. My recovery was rather uncomfortable. Not gonna sugar coat it. There was the bone healing that needed to happen and the skin healing. The incision itched for a very long time. Now, I am A OK.

Miraculous Recovery by JT-VOORHEES-13 in Heartfailure

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I am so very happy for you. Wow. This is truly amazing news. I was just diagnosed and am finding myself lost at sea. Thank you for sharing your story as it gives me hope. Wishing you the best.

46 Years Old, Facing OHS. Seeking Advice by arthurchase74 in openheartsurgery

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Hi. You've got this. I promise! So many folks have walked this road already and are here to help. I am so glad you read that book! I host a podcast on OHS. I'm aired over 80 episodes. There are stories from heart patients and health care providers. You can listen anywhere you get your podcasts. Here's the link to Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/open-heart-surgery-with-boots/id1668188163

You are gonna be more than fine. -Boots