Ottakee Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I have not been around much at all so if I was supposed to answer anyone, that is why--esp. on the special needs board. My dh is only 45 and at the doctor Tuesday they said he was in very good shape and other than working on his blood sugars--they upped his meds for Type II diabetes and said he should work on loosing a bit of weight--he was declared perfectly healthy. Saturday morning I took him to the ER (yes I drove in a snow storm 45 minutes away to a heart center). In less than an hour from the time he arrived at the ER he was up in the cath lab having surgery and 2 stents put in. He is doing better but has had a fever off and on and his blood sugars were 200-305 all day Sunday despite insulin but were down to 117 this morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoffeeChick Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: So sorry about your dh. You'll both be in my prayers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Hugs and Prayers:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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creekland Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Glad you made it to the heart center and I hope recovery goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tress Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 How scary! I'm glad you were at the hospital on time. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lisabees Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 How scary. :grouphug: Glad everything turned out okay. We'll be thinking of the two of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: You will be in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Oh gosh, how scary! I'm glad you got to the hospital okay and that he got the help he needs! I hope he recovers quickly and remains in good health from this point on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 ((((HUGS))) Remembering you in prayer. Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: & prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Oh my goodness. I hope his recovery goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: How scary! Praying for his recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 you mentioned this the other day, and I want you to know that I've been praying for your family and for your dh's full recovery. Best wishes for you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Mouse Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Lord have mercy! Praying, hon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I'm so sorry. How scary. He is so young too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubelle Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Wow, he is so young! Is there any history of this in his family? Very scary!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I have not been around much at all so if I was supposed to answer anyone, that is why--esp. on the special needs board. My dh is only 45 and at the doctor Tuesday they said he was in very good shape and other than working on his blood sugars--they upped his meds for Type II diabetes and said he should work on loosing a bit of weight--he was declared perfectly healthy. Saturday morning I took him to the ER (yes I drove in a snow storm 45 minutes away to a heart center). In less than an hour from the time he arrived at the ER he was up in the cath lab having surgery and 2 stents put in. He is doing better but has had a fever off and on and his blood sugars were 200-305 all day Sunday despite insulin but were down to 117 this morning. :grouphug::grouphug: Prayers....and I am making dh read this. Please keep us updated.... Faithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I have not been around much at all so if I was supposed to answer anyone, that is why--esp. on the special needs board. My dh is only 45 and at the doctor Tuesday they said he was in very good shape and other than working on his blood sugars--they upped his meds for Type II diabetes and said he should work on loosing a bit of weight--he was declared perfectly healthy. Saturday morning I took him to the ER (yes I drove in a snow storm 45 minutes away to a heart center). In less than an hour from the time he arrived at the ER he was up in the cath lab having surgery and 2 stents put in. He is doing better but has had a fever off and on and his blood sugars were 200-305 all day Sunday despite insulin but were down to 117 this morning. Ottakee, :grouphug: You all will be in my prayers! My DH is a cath lab technician so I've heard similar stories. I am glad they got to him in time. Many years ago, they started timing from the door of the ER to a stent being put in. The first time they got it under 30 minutes, the doc told my DH, "Stop f---ing around and give me the real time." DH insisted it was 27 minutes and the whole team cheered. I guess now they can regularly do it in 20 minutes. Time is tissue...you probably saved a lot of tissue by taking him to a heart center. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: My DH's paternal Grandpa died at 52 from a heart attack, and his dad had one at 53, that thankfully he survived and recovered from well. I have been gently trying to get DH's attention about the fact that we are creeping up on the ages when these things REALLY do happen to people our age. BTW, DH's dad had almost no damaged tissue - and they thought he wouldn't live the heart attack was so bad - because he got in the cath lab so quickly. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug:My DH's paternal Grandpa died at 52 from a heart attack, and his dad had one at 53, that thankfully he survived and recovered from well. I have been gently trying to get DH's attention about the fact that we are creeping up on the ages when these things REALLY do happen to people our age. BTW, DH's dad had almost no damaged tissue - and they thought he wouldn't live the heart attack was so bad - because he got in the cath lab so quickly. Hang in there. Early family history of a heart attack is a HUGE indicator. Your DH can't mess around with this AT ALL. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: How scary! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Early family history of a heart attack is a HUGE indicator. Your DH can't mess around with this AT ALL. :grouphug: I know - it really worries me. He still thinks he's bullet proof. :banghead: He turns 38 in about a month, and I know that is still young- but if he doesn't start doing things NOW, it will be a lot harder to start, and maybe too late :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I know - it really worries me. He still thinks he's bullet proof. :banghead:He turns 38 in about a month, and I know that is still young- but if he doesn't start doing things NOW, it will be a lot harder to start, and maybe too late :( If it is OK with you, I'll pray for him to have a change of heart. (pun? :D) FWIW -- DH has taken care of patients in their 30s. I am not sure if family history is the only indicator, tho. He did just have someone this weekend who is 41. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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*Jessica* Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: I'm so glad you got him there in time! I've been through the same thing with my grandfather and I know how scary the rush, rush, rush no-time-to-think-about-what's-happening can be. Remember to take care of yourself, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nono Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 So sorry to read this. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 If it is OK with you, I'll pray for him to have a change of heart. (pun? :D) FWIW -- DH has taken care of patients in their 30s. I am not sure if family history is the only indicator, tho. He did just have someone this weekend who is 41. That is very kind of you - thank you. Well - I think he is finally listening a bit - in that he is talking about setting up some weights and running with my son. He is deployed right now - and when he is deployed he is very good about exercising - but when he is here is says he is too busy. I've mentioned his dad and gpa frequently lately... Sorry to hijack the thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug:Pray that he has a full recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 How terrifying- especially after the doctors gave him such a good report. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CalicoKat Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 How scary! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabelen Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Good call to take him despite the weather conditions. :grouphug: for all of you and prayers for a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Oh my! Praying for his quick and total recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Oh wow! so sorry!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 So happy you got him there!! That's some serious driving.... Really good that you took it seriously..... Makes you remember how precious life is... again :) Hugs for you :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Praying for you!!! My dh had one when he was 48, so I can sympathize. :grouphug: Best wishes for a quick recovery; and praying for strength for you too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie in WI Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug: and Prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 :grouphug:'s it's not like you need any more stress!!!! I will pray that there are no more colicing horses and MDOT stays far from your door (or comes with an AMAZING offer ;)) Take care of yourselves!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelle in MO Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Wow! I'm so glad he got help right away! How scary! We lost a friend to a heart attack a few years ago--he was only 36. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyFL Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 I have not been around much at all so if I was supposed to answer anyone, that is why--esp. on the special needs board. My dh is only 45 and at the doctor Tuesday they said he was in very good shape and other than working on his blood sugars--they upped his meds for Type II diabetes and said he should work on loosing a bit of weight--he was declared perfectly healthy. Saturday morning I took him to the ER (yes I drove in a snow storm 45 minutes away to a heart center). In less than an hour from the time he arrived at the ER he was up in the cath lab having surgery and 2 stents put in. He is doing better but has had a fever off and on and his blood sugars were 200-305 all day Sunday despite insulin but were down to 117 this morning. Oh, my. That's unreal. I'm so glad he's OK and you bravely made through all that snow. Praying for him and for you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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