I had my doctors appointment with the cardiologist this afternoon. It went very well. Normal bypass patients need 3 months a cardiac rehab. I only need 1 month! Dr. Farhoud said I was a god among men. Well, he didn't use those exact words, but I could read between the lines. :-) He was impressed. Things are going so well he didn't change any of my meds, either. I do have to go back on Cozaar at some point, but not right now. And, he plans to cut the dosage to 1/4 of that I was on earlier. Everything is perfect!... well, OK, relatively speaking.
I do have some more work to do with my blood glucose levels. I'm still having lows everyday. I've got the overnight lows to stop, but I still have them every evening. Part of it is because the ulcerative colitis is in remission, and part of it is due to the lower carb menu I am adhering to. I could run into big problems once I get more active so I have to be careful. Erin worries because I don't feel low blood sugars as early as I used to. It's a side effect of the heart medication. I'll get it under control soon enough... you know, the god among men thing.
Dr. Farhoud also noted that part of the reason for my low blood pressure problems when I first got home was due to the fact that I was dehydrated. They pump you full of 3-4 liters of fluid during the bypass surgery. It takes most patients several weeks to get rid of the extra fluid, which is why they put everyone on a diuretic. Based on my weight loss after surgery (13 lbs in 7 days) I passed the fluid within the first week after surgery and continuing on the diuretic caused dehydration. Now we know.
Best news of all, I got my work release paperwork! It comes with a few restrictions for a while, but I am cleared to return to work soon. It'll be part time for a few days at least. I was not expecting this until May 18th. I've got to work out a schedule with the rehab, but I will be off house arrest very soon! It shouldn't surprise me. After all, I am a god among men. :-) I have special healing powers. It may also have a little to do with all the prayers and well wishes I have been receiving, but let's not get side tracked from my greatness. (Now you all know I am feeling like myself.) LOL!
I should probably note that Erin may not agree with every word in this blog post. She doesn't pay as close attention as I do at my appointments. Now you'll understand why she may have a different take on today if you talk to her. Don't argue, just nod your head in understanding and move on. In fact, it may just be best not to talk to her about it at all. It's for the best.
We'll have to modify your office door so you can squeeze your big ego in when you get back! Glad you're feeling better and will be back soon.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all I agree with MOST of what was typed..up until the god among men part. At least you all know that he is feeling himself again.
ReplyDeleteI enjoying him being home where I can watch him more carefully. I enjoy spending more quality time together. I love the fact that we can eat dinner at a regular time..not when he decides to come home from work. I love the fact that he loves his job...but I think...well I hope he realizes that his health and family are more important than any job.
Life is different. We are adjusting. All news today was great to hear. We have the nurses direct line...and now the Dr. gave us his cell phone. We havr great medical people in our corner.
Now its time to move forward!!