BuffJim Posted July 13, 2016 Share #1 Posted July 13, 2016 I thought it was a Queen song from the '70's, but I guess not. My doctor thinks I had one. At some point over the last few years. I go in for a stress echo test tomorrow. That's the one on a treadmill. Hoping and praying its no big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted July 13, 2016 Share #2 Posted July 13, 2016 4 minutes ago, BuffJim said: I thought it was a Queen song from the '70's, but I guess not. My doctor thinks I had one. At some point over the last few years. I go in for a stress echo test tomorrow. That's the one on a treadmill. Hoping and praying its no big deal. Good luck with that Jim. Better to have caught it this way than let it go unknown though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 13, 2016 Share #3 Posted July 13, 2016 Good luck. I had one a year or so ago. Next on the agenda may be a heart catheter YIKES! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Grass Posted July 13, 2016 Share #4 Posted July 13, 2016 What tipped the doctor? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted July 13, 2016 Share #5 Posted July 13, 2016 don't tell him that shit, man! Tell him something to ease his mind like "the Queen song was Sheer Heart Attack, so they obviously have their heart attacks mixed up" or "remember to sandbag when you're on the treadmill" something like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share #6 Posted July 13, 2016 I thought the issue might have been residual damage from the pulmonary embolism 3 years ago as it travelled through my heart. But my doctor doesn't think its that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted July 13, 2016 Share #7 Posted July 13, 2016 best of luck, Jim. Keep us posted. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share #8 Posted July 13, 2016 2 minutes ago, Goat Geddah said: What tipped the doctor? An EKG at my annual physical. I was thrilled that my A1C was down into the 6-7 range, until I heard this news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Grass Posted July 13, 2016 Share #9 Posted July 13, 2016 1 minute ago, BuffJim said: An EKG at my annual physical. I was thrilled that my A1C was down into the 6-7 range, until I heard this news. Well whatever it is, make sure you get the low down on everything you can do to repair any damage. Will the stress test reveal any blockage? All the best, Jim. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 13, 2016 Share #10 Posted July 13, 2016 Many years ago when I was a young lad, maybe mid-30s, I was having occasional chest pain. My primary care doc just happened to be a cardiologist. I failed my stress test. There was a part of the heart that didn't show on the scan, presumed prior attack and dead tissue. Had a cardiac cath, said my heart was in perfect condition. The cath was really cool. I got to watch the whole thing on the monitor. At one point they gave me an injection, I think a dye. They said it will make you feel like you are peeing. It was really weird. I hope things go well for you too. I believe you said you wanted to lose weight? Use this as a wake up call, regardless of the outcome. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 13, 2016 Share #11 Posted July 13, 2016 Best you caught the silent one before you found the screaming one. Good luck Jim. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris... Posted July 13, 2016 Share #12 Posted July 13, 2016 Is it like a silent fart? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 13, 2016 Share #13 Posted July 13, 2016 in fartsion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted July 13, 2016 Share #14 Posted July 13, 2016 Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share #15 Posted July 13, 2016 43 minutes ago, Square Wheels said: Many years ago when I was a young lad, maybe mid-30s, I was having occasional chest pain. My primary care doc just happened to be a cardiologist. I failed my stress test. There was a part of the heart that didn't show on the scan, presumed prior attack and dead tissue. Had a cardiac cath, said my heart was in perfect condition. The cath was really cool. I got to watch the whole thing on the monitor. At one point they gave me an injection, I think a dye. They said it will make you feel like you are peeing. It was really weird. I hope things go well for you too. I believe you said you wanted to lose weight? Use this as a wake up call, regardless of the outcome. Yep - lost 20 or 25, would like to lose another 40. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 13, 2016 Share #16 Posted July 13, 2016 2 minutes ago, BuffJim said: Yep - lost 20 or 25, would like to lose another 40. That is wicked pissa (where I come from that's a pretty high compliment). I'm about 70 down from my heaviest. If you asked me when I was that heavy I'd say it would have been impossible to lose. It's taken me a long to get here, but it was definitely worth it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far ★ Posted July 13, 2016 Share #17 Posted July 13, 2016 37 minutes ago, BuffJim said: I thought it was a Queen song from the '70's, but I guess not. My doctor thinks I had one. At some point over the last few years. I go in for a stress echo test tomorrow. That's the one on a treadmill. Hoping and praying its no big deal. It's why they call it "practicing medicine" in order to get my hip done, I had to get a clearance from my cardiologist. EKG was first. Frown. Re-take EKG. More frowns. What's up? It says you've had a heart attack. Wouldn't I know? Probably. But you need a stress echo. Right away At the end of the stress part, I had to push against the rail to get my HR over 135. Doc didn't like the echo either , somethings happening at high bpm. Need a heart cath. 2 weeks later had the heart cath. One branch is 40% blocked. One sub branch is 70% blocked. If I was a smoker or diabetic it would be an issue. Just stay on the meds & keep exercising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted July 13, 2016 Share #18 Posted July 13, 2016 Please take care of yourself, Jim. You'll never get a chance to do better than MrsBuff. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted July 13, 2016 Share #19 Posted July 13, 2016 Best wishes on your test tomorrow. Rock that treadmill. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted July 13, 2016 Share #20 Posted July 13, 2016 Good luck with that Jim and good job with the weight loss! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 13, 2016 Share #21 Posted July 13, 2016 Yeah, good luck, I hope it all turns out well! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted July 13, 2016 Share #22 Posted July 13, 2016 I'm not sure that me wishing you luck is going to help the situation, but good luck anyway. What are they going to do if they find out you have had a heart attack? They may want to do a catheter thingy to go in and see the actual damage or look for any possible blockages. Stents are a wonderful thing, if you need one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tybeegb Posted July 13, 2016 Share #23 Posted July 13, 2016 Hope all goes well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheep_herder ★ Posted July 14, 2016 Share #24 Posted July 14, 2016 Prayers for a good report. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted July 14, 2016 Share #25 Posted July 14, 2016 Best of luck tomorrow. Hope everything turns out well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 14, 2016 Share #26 Posted July 14, 2016 Didn't we already try to bump you off for some other ailment? I'm ashamed of us for not taking a pool on your date of demise, we're really slipping. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share #27 Posted July 14, 2016 @ the doctors office now. A few minutes early, so I'm chilling in the parking lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team scooter Posted July 14, 2016 Share #28 Posted July 14, 2016 Glad you caught it before things got worse. My BIL apparently had several silent heart attacks before he had one that put him in the hospital. Although knowing his stuborn azz, I think he probably ignored the signs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share #29 Posted July 14, 2016 Test went well. EKG didn't change during exercise. LPN doesn't think I had a heart attack, but my doctor will review and help with next steps if any. Thanks for your support!! You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. Maybe get me addicted to Pokemongo so I amble into six lanes of traffic. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 14, 2016 Share #30 Posted July 14, 2016 Just now, BuffJim said: You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. I'll take Tuesday, 6:45am. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffJim Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share #31 Posted July 14, 2016 11 minutes ago, Square Wheels said: I'll take Tuesday, 6:45am. I'm busy then. Please pick a more reasonable time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 14, 2016 Share #32 Posted July 14, 2016 14 minutes ago, BuffJim said: I'm busy then. Please pick a more reasonable time. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far ★ Posted July 14, 2016 Share #33 Posted July 14, 2016 30 minutes ago, BuffJim said: Test went well. EKG didn't change during exercise. LPN doesn't think I had a heart attack, but my doctor will review and help with next steps if any. Thanks for your support!! You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. Maybe get me addicted to Pokemongo so I amble into six lanes of traffic. Re. my practicing medicine comment above. Yep. Glad your good-to-go. After my heart cath, doc asks "Do you have any questions?" 2Far: Will I be able to play piano tomorrow? Doc: No 2Far: Am I healthy enough for sex? Doc: Yes 2Far: See ya. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddmaxx ★ Posted July 14, 2016 Share #34 Posted July 14, 2016 53 minutes ago, BuffJim said: Test went well. EKG didn't change during exercise. LPN doesn't think I had a heart attack, but my doctor will review and help with next steps if any. Thanks for your support!! You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. Maybe get me addicted to Pokemongo so I amble into six lanes of traffic. Good to hear. That's a load off the mind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted July 14, 2016 Share #35 Posted July 14, 2016 Good News!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 14, 2016 Share #36 Posted July 14, 2016 2 hours ago, BuffJim said: Test went well. EKG didn't change during exercise. LPN doesn't think I had a heart attack, but my doctor will review and help with next steps if any. Thanks for your support!! You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. Maybe get me addicted to Pokemongo so I amble into six lanes of traffic. I was going to do a parody, "Silent fart attack" yesterday, but it seemed like it might not be the kind of high-class post that you are used to seeing from me, given the circumstances. If I would have known you were just fine, I would have posted it and I am sure it would have received at least a 2.01. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted July 14, 2016 Share #37 Posted July 14, 2016 3 hours ago, BuffJim said: You'll have to try harder to get rid of me. Well, since the death clock didn't work, I'm out of ideas. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted July 14, 2016 Share #38 Posted July 14, 2016 Glad you got good news today! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted July 15, 2016 Share #39 Posted July 15, 2016 I hope all goes well 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Kosciuszko Posted July 15, 2016 Share #40 Posted July 15, 2016 11 hours ago, BuffJim said: but my doctor will review and help with next steps if any I'd be a bit wary if he introduced himself as Dr. Gumby and said "There's nothing wrong with you that an expensive operation can't prolong." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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