Heart by-pass? [Archive] - Kiwi Biker forums

Kiwifire72

31st July 2007, 17:17

Boob Johnson

31st July 2007, 17:20

Best of luck mate. Struth your a youngen to have this aren't you? Your the same age as me :yes:

Kiwifire72

31st July 2007, 17:24

Your telling me mate
But thats Genetic's for you Grandfather had bad ticker as has father so me next just I nearly kicked the bucket earlier than them both

sels1

31st July 2007, 17:25

pm Phantom, he had a quintriple(?) bypass last year - or look up his old threads about it. Bypass ops are very common these days and usually very sucessful - you will feel like a new man in no time

Krusti

31st July 2007, 17:28

pm Phantom, he had a quintriple(?) bypass last year - or look up his old threads about it. Bypass ops are very common these days and usually very sucessful - you will feel like a new man in no time

Or you may like to stick to the ladies............Seriously though, all the best mate :yes:

Rosie

31st July 2007, 17:43

Not good to hear :no: :doctor:

My dad had a quadruple bypass in '03. He was pretty sore for a while afterwards, but is good as new now. He's even fitter than me on a mountain bike again :second:

I hope it all goes well for you. At least you are getting the op fairly soon, rather than being stuck on a waiting list.

Paul in NZ

31st July 2007, 17:48

Ask questions, be strong and come back to us asap...

Like Sels indicated - common procedure - usually excellent outcomes so if I was you I'd be looking forwards to it..

kiwifruit

31st July 2007, 17:49

All the best Kiwifire72, rest easy in the knowledge the medical staff are really clever and amazing at what they do

Macktheknife

31st July 2007, 17:55

Ah the 'zipper club', exclusive membership that one, people will just about die to get in to it!

Sorry, couldn't resist.

You should be fine mate, these days they are about like tonsil removal used to be, very ho hum. I hope it goes well for you anyway and that you get back into life again shortly afterwards.
Best of luck.

MrMelon

31st July 2007, 17:56

Yeah all the best. They've got the techniques down pretty well these days so you'll be fine. Getting any other preventative maintenance done in there while they're at it? Dad was in last year to get a big hole between the 2 sides of his heart patched up and was back at work 2 weeks after! The biggest thing was getting his ribcage sawn open but apparently it didn't hurt too much on the recovery.

crashe

31st July 2007, 17:59

All the very best with your operation.

Also chat to Draco and Keystone19 as they are both nurses and can give you some more inside info that you need.

When in hospital before the operation, don't be afraid to ask as many questions as you want. If it doesn't make sense, get them to explain it better to you.

After the operation, do as the Dr instructs you.... follow their orders.

See you back online as soon as you can.

kerfufflez

31st July 2007, 18:13

Best wishes for the operation.

Think of the contribution you'll be able to make to the "Chicks dig scars" thread.

Have been in hosp before for a week for a minor op, so here are just my musings;take from it what you will (or not).
-stock up on/ask people to bring you a few magazines that YOU like. Often you're tired, but want something to look at, without having to actually concentrate as such.
If you have a steady stream of visitors and well-wishers and it is tiring you out, just ask/tell them to leave. Although it is nice to see them and you will probably feel a bit rude, the main thing is that you need to rest and get well, and they can always come back.

All the best.

Meanie

31st July 2007, 18:14

My brother in law had a quad by pass about six months ago, so did my neighbour and both come out of it with ease It has made a big difference to both thier energy levels and my borther in law was back at work a few weeks later
My son had open heart surgery when he was 18 months old, that was 11 years ago and he hasnt looked back
If you want someone to talk to that has had it pm me and ill give you thier phone nos
Best of luck mate, not that youll need youll be fine

pixc

31st July 2007, 18:21

Im not sure if you have spent anytime in hospital yet but, take something to keep your head occupied. Trust me when I tell you there is nothing worse then being in isolation, bored. Keep your head busy with what ever takes your fancy, the healing time will pass amazingly quick

Kiwifire72

31st July 2007, 18:29

Kiwifire72

31st July 2007, 18:36

Thanx to all for your words of support and wisdom much appriciated
I do have some inside knowledge as Father had his done 10 yrs ago but you know what it like to talk to parents about things like that

Mom

31st July 2007, 18:47

Ah the 'zipper club', Best of luck.

Hmmm something else to file away for future reference.........yes the zipper club!

Thanx to all for your words of support and wisdom much appriciated
I do have some inside knowledge as Father had his done 10 yrs ago but you know what it like to talk to parents about things like that

As others have said you should come through this no problems, and forget your Dad's experience of operations 10 years ago, things have changed so much. Mind you a bit of a chat about the emotions involved would be wonderful if you have that sort of relationship of course.

I talked to a friend that had triple bypass, reckoned the best thing he ever did......erections like an 18y/o and the stamina of a 40 year old!! Seems all good to me :innocent:

perhaps I should have blushed..........good luck mate!

pixc

31st July 2007, 18:55

you know what it like to talk to parents about things like that

You might be surprised kiwifire. My father talked to me extensively about my graft operation. He had a shot-gun accident..i fell off my bike. I know skin grafting is like a graze compared to what you are about to go through but, I saw a side to my father I have never seen before. I was truely amazed and deeply moved.

Its amazing what those doctors can get upto while rumaging around inside you. Dont think about your surgery unless you need to. Dont let yourself worry. Ive had 8+ operations (accident) in the last 3 months and finally I learnt not to worry until I was in the prep room.

Krusti

31st July 2007, 19:02

When ever they ask me if I'm worried as I'm about to go under I reply, "not unless you're a hospital chaplin"

Toaster

31st July 2007, 19:09

All the very best... let us know how you go and if you want to go for a coffee and ride sometime in the northern areas for a change of scenery let me know or keep an eye out for the maha or cruiser rides up north.

MyGSXF

31st July 2007, 19:12

All the best there fella..:yes: & see you back here again real soon!!! :Punk:

Oh.. & be gentle on the nurses.. :dodge:

Jen :rockon:

pixc

31st July 2007, 19:15

i cant help but remember this wee tale.

I had been transferred to waikato hospital were I had no friends or family and I was in isolation. By the end of the 1st week my spirits were dropping. I missed my partner and my kids terribly and for what ever reason, they didnt come over at all while I was at waikato. I had a couple of ops on my thigh and the final one just happened to be on my sons birthday. I was on the verge of tears the whole day. I went into the prep room and the anesthesist put something in my picc line that made me relax, then start to giggle. Then he sat with me for 10-15 mins just talking and telling jokes. It was what i really needed. A friendly face and some giggles.
These things are sent to test us.

Leong

31st July 2007, 19:28

I am pretty sure that a lot of the surgeries can be done via keyhole instead of opening up the chest.... which is great for recovery time etc.

Yup, It's been three years since I had my heart scare. Fortunately I was able to be treated with stents - which is like Toaster mentions, so I don't have any experience with bypass surgery personally. I had my op done at Mercy Ascot though. First time that I'd been in hospital ever and really it was like being in a hotel. Food was excellent, nothing like I'd seen others get in Middlemore etc. Nursing staff were excellent too. All these little things help.

You WILL feel so much better after the operation. It is a means to an end, so try to think of how life will be afterwards, not about the operaiton itself. Leave that to the professionals - they know what they are doing, and if they seem rather relaxed about what they're doing, it's because they do it all day everyday. It's really not a big deal.

I took up motorcycling - something I'd wanted to do as a kid - as a result of my reassessment of my life...... done a Bungy jump, (tandem) skydive, and bought my dream car. I think this heart "scare" can be a good thing as far as defining moments in ones life are concerned. Good Luck Mate!!

Toaster

31st July 2007, 19:30

Yup, It's been three years since I had my heart scare. Fortunately I was able to be treated with stents - which is like Toaster mentions

just speaking to a medical person... reckons no go on keyhole for that... got my wires crossed so edited the post.

phantom

31st July 2007, 19:52

Piece of piss Kiwifire72, pm sent:rockon:

Firefight

31st July 2007, 20:03

harden the fuck up muzz

will be into visit and eat your grapes soon as its over

good luck with the op

Dave

janno

31st July 2007, 20:07

I like ops! I'm up to about number 8 or nine. (But I'd rather not have them, of course.)
I associate ops with coming out much better than when I go in, and the drugs are great.

I've never been one to worry about them - but I come from a fairly pragmatic family, which is sometimes good and sometimes bad.

Best of luck - just look upon it as the start of your new life, getting your old energy back and being able to do everything without feeling knackered.

My one piece of advice is, if the docs say it will take x weeks to recover, don't try to be a hero and cut the time short. You'll just do a crash and burn which feels horrible and sets you back weeks. The docs have seen it all before and just roll their eyes!

No matter how bored and frustrated you are, do exactly what they say with recovery programmes and times. It's the quickest way. Speaking from personal experience here . . . :whistle:

nadroj

31st July 2007, 22:03

I can give is do the miles (walking) to build up the circulation lost from the reused arteries. The rest takes care of itself.

BIKEGAL68

1st August 2007, 08:16

Thanks guys for the support for my hubby.

I keep telling him he will be fine with all the great people that will be looking after him and i guess the surgery that i have had dont quite match what he is heading in for, but all it needs is time to heal an mend and in the mean time i get to ride two bikes hehehehehehehe

:scooter:

peasea

1st August 2007, 12:00

Hard thread to write so mybe in the wrong place Heading in to Mercy Hospital on this coming Sunday for a Triple Heart By Pass.
So was wondering if there was others out there who have been thru what I going to and any advice or words of wisdom.

My ex brother in law just had one. He said, and these were his exact words...."It knocked me a round more than I thought it would but I'm glad I had it. I'd advise anyone who needs it to get it done". I'm not kidding you mate, that's what he said, he's rapt.

I've got a buddy who had an angioplasty (sp) yesterday and is 'resting comfortably', the procedures are pretty straightforward these days and you'll be bouncing around like an easter bunny after it.

Rip into it and get well asap.

PS: Take lotsa magazines.

Meanie

1st August 2007, 13:46

Thanks guys for the support for my hubby.

in the mean time i get to ride two bikes hehehehehehehe

:scooter:

:rofl::rofl::rofl: Thats gotta make him heal real fast

Bullitt

1st August 2007, 22:02

My dad had a quintuple bypass about 10 years ago. They were originally going to do 3 but found two more minor ones when they got in there.

Recovering from your chest being stitched is harder than the heart side of it. He had three months off work and had to be very careful (eg after awhile he was allowed to bring in the milk from the gate but only one bottle at a time due to the weight of them).

Has been great ever since though, he never had chest pains anyway (more had asthma style symptoms) but got back into playing squash, renovating houses etc.

Only ongoing issue was he finds his legs where the veins were taken from tend to get cold quicker than they used to...but thats pretty minor compared to what it solves.

He has found that he cant remember any of the time he spent in ICU after coming out of surgery even though he was conscious and talking to us. Thats probably for the best though.

It is big surgery but the results are just as big. Good luck

devnull

1st August 2007, 22:08

My father-in-law had his done there. Very good job, and the recovery time was amazing.

Did you know there's a bar on the ground floor?

Kiwifire72

2nd August 2007, 10:00

lol to you all and ty all for your words of thought and support
amazing knowone has asked to babysit bike lol
thats if Bikegal68 will let you lol she has plans to ride my bike while I unable to So Fire fight you will have to come ride her bike lol
and finish off the grapes lol
once again thanks all
will still be online until sunday

Meanie

2nd August 2007, 14:58

amazing knowone has asked to babysit bike lol

now that you mention it......................................:whistle:

Kiwifire72

4th August 2007, 15:14

1 more sleep to go
had all my blood tests done yesterday was sad as they never gave me a lollie pop for being a good boy lol
lol went out for dinner thurs night
Entree a dozen oysters and main was Rib Steak garlic butter and salad lol
they didn't have cray fish on menu lol otherwise I would have had that
Aunty invited us over for dinner tonight lol saying it could be a last supper lol

Mrs Busa Pete

4th August 2007, 15:48

Good luck let us know how you are. It's ok crayfish wasn't on the menu you will be back.

Ocean1

4th August 2007, 17:50

Modern medicine is truly wonderful.
Good luck dude, make a point of feeling the nurses up, makes their day.

Zuki Bandit

4th August 2007, 18:15

Mate, havnt known anyone to go through this procedure, but best of luck dude!

Firefight

9th August 2007, 21:05

went to visit him last night, the op went well,

he was up walking around when we got there

still got a bit of recovery time to go

but should be back on his bike in no time.

Gald it went ok Muzz

F/F

Meanie

9th August 2007, 22:47

Thanks for the update if anyone sees him wish him a speedie recovery

Kiwifire72

12th August 2007, 10:17

Got Paroled yesterday and have spent my first night at home very exhausted but managing to pop on a say ty to you all for you wishes
Big ty to Fire Fight for visit on weds night he even made me laugh and that not a good thing to do when in my condition god it hurts
will be in and out of here so say hi

Meanie

12th August 2007, 10:37

Good to see you came through ok :2thumbsup, we all knew you would

MyGSXF

12th August 2007, 10:46

Hey.. welcome home fella!! :yes: great to see you're up & about!! :Punk:

Jen :rockon:

phantom

12th August 2007, 20:07

Glad to hear it went well. Welcome to the Zipper Club. Now don't forget your walks and breathing exercises. Won't be long and you'll be back on the bike:rockon:

Kiwifire72

16th August 2007, 10:33

Morning all popped back on again to check in am still above ground getting better by day
its amazing how little pain there is and what pain there is is controled by panadol and pure manly strngth
one of the above the otherhalf reckons I dont have lol

ManDownUnder

16th August 2007, 10:35

Terminated

16th August 2007, 10:38

Good onya, glad to see you on here.

Take it easy.:rockon:

kiwifruit

16th August 2007, 10:39

good stuff :)
take it easy

Kiwifire72

16th August 2007, 10:42

cheers guys
well not much else to do
not allowed to drive for a month and have to wait for surgeon to give A ok for that and then NOT allowed to ride for 2 months man what a bummer that is
so am restricted to Shanks's Pony ( which is funny seeing is Shanks is my name lol )
so apart from anoying the wife when she here being a terrible co driver / Back seat driver
and walking not much else to do

Pwalo

16th August 2007, 11:15

Stick with it. My Dad had an angioplasty about five years ago, and he's better than ever now. Still gets his Royal Enfield out every now and then.

I guess you'll just have to spend a bit of time polishing the 250.

Kiwifire72

16th August 2007, 14:38

what a exhausting day I have had sitting here reading thread after thread
better go attemp to do the dishes before the boss get homes from work lol

Meanie

16th August 2007, 19:57

better go attemp to do the dishes before the boss get homes from work lol

Carefull there my friend your starting to sound like my wife :rofl:

merv

16th August 2007, 20:09

what a exhausting day I have had sitting here reading thread after thread
better go attemp to do the dishes before the boss get homes from work lol

You getting your lung power back OK then? Seems like you are recovering faster than I'd imagine you would.