Heart by-pass?

[Kiwifire72]

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.

[Boob Johnson]

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

[Kiwifire72]

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]

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]

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

[Rosie]

Not good to hear

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

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]

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]

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

[Macktheknife]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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.

lol yeah thought about painting chest yellow like Krusty the clown lol