Ugh back at the starting gate

Well back at the starting gate.  I was suppose to have shoulder surgery this thursday and had to get cardio clearance and found out that I had an abnormal stress test and a leaking something or other valve!  Grateful they found it and upset that it was there to be found if that makes sense.  So its back to my regular cardio to take care of it.  I am not going to let this freak me out or should I say try not to.  Before I had my gastric they found 80% blockage and I had 3 stents inserted and that was in 07 and here I am in 09 and 96 pounds less so I know that is in my favor this time.  I refuse to have a pity party for myself and will do whatever is neccessary.  I just need to hang in there.

Linda,

You're lucky they found the leaking something or other valve before it caused a lot of problems!  I'm glad you're not having a pity party---they don't do any good!  Keep a positive attitude, and know you've got plenty of support here!!!

I commend you for the positive thoughts.

It is good that they identified an issue ........... one that may not have been picked up before it became a bigger problem.

 

Linda,
Sounds like you need a hug sweetie. Here is a cyber one coming your way. If I don't see you at tomorrow's post-op meeting I will know why. Hang in there and if you need anything call me. Love Ya!

Linda,

Well, you're getting very experienced at looking at the bright side of things ;-).

Glad that they foudn the valve leak now, instead of later or in your shoulder surgery!  I know it's another setback to your plans, but your positive attitude will continue to keep you strong and moving forward.  Hang in there...

VIRTUAL HUGS!!!  And I'll give you a "real" one next time I see you at support group!

karen

I swear" if it werent for bad luck I'd have no luck at all!"   U r right u r healthier and will make it thru this.  U have already proved u r a survivor so just remember" this too will pass"  Just go brush your horse, cry into his mane a while and get it taken care of, I am thinking of u and praying 4 u.  Sending u tons of hugs!
TeresaR

Linda, keep your head up.  Just one more bump in the road.  You can get past this one, too.  Good for you for not having a pity party.  Be strong and you will get everything you need to be sure you are the best Linda you can be!

Thank goodness they found this before taking you into surgery for your shoulder - certainly don't need complications on the table!! You're going to do great -- your positive attitude is half the battle. Am sending lots of good thoughts and prayers your way - keep us posted. And hey, get out there and jump on that horse while the weather is still decent - might as well take advantage of the shoulder surgery delay!

Yet another reason why the PATs for any surgery is important.  Glad they found it.  A leaky valve may be nothing more than that.

Keep us updated!

You are incredible. You have such a good attitude and are keeping positive. Sorry you are having to go through all this but I know you will come out on the other side stronger and better off. Hang in there. (((hugs)))