Making Progress

[Carlg]

Just over 3 and a half months ago, I had bypass surgery. It was unexpected having no symptoms and it being found whilst volunteering for a medical trial.

At the time, I thought life would be over and that everything would need to change. And it did for a bit. I found myself unable to do things, things I thought were basic and I could easily do before. This forum was a great help and answering and reassuring

However, fast forward to today and things are returning to a normal. I'm not back to pre op levels but I can see the progress I have made and see the positive changes I have made.

I am slowly returning to work and social engagements. My fitness is returning and I am now back at the gym doing what I can. I know I'm not there yet and it may take some time to get there but actually I've come a long way.

I suppose the point of this message is to say that recovery is what you make of it and actually a lot of positive can come out of it. At times you may feel lost, down, alone or full or panic. However those can be just for now feelings and things can get better in time if you look after yourself and give yourself time.

[RufusScamp]

Great to hear you are doing so well. Keep up the good work! 😀

[Heyjude31]

Thank you for your very thoughtful and helpful post. Sincere best wishes for your continued great recovery. Judi

[Larneybuds]

All so very true. Positivity and a determination to make a good from a bad. Hope you see lots more improvements. I am sure you will benefit also from the way you are dealing with it. All the best to you x

[Sljp0000]

Thank you for this. I'm 8 weeks post bypass, collapsed lung and saddle Pulmonary Embolism so a tough recovery. I'm definitely much better than I was but hearing your story makes me realise I will get there. I'm glad you're doing so well, keep going! Susie

[Carlg in reply to Sljp0000]

You will get there! Just keep going and taking each day as it comes.

[Hidden]

Absolutely spot on. We'll done to you.

[Poppy-Rose]

Thank you for writing this. I am 4 weeks post bypass and had no idea how bad/tired or useless I would feel. Husband is having to help me do almost everything. I am finding it difficult sleeping on a night, wake gasping for breath, which is frightening. Deep breathing is painful. I got an infection in my leg, which meant 2 lots of antibiotics.

I really hope I feel more like myself soon. I was hoping for Xmas but don't think it will happen.

Good luck to you 🙂

[Carlg in reply to Poppy-Rose]

Things do get better. Sleep was difficult for me for the first 6 weeks. Pillows really helped with propping me at an angle and then I had extra ones for my arms. I even moved into the spare room to save my partner being up during the night with me.

I hope you feel better soon. And remember some days will be better than others when you are early in your recovery. Just take each one as it comes.

[Poppy-Rose]

Thank you, very reassuring to know you went through similar early recovery.

[Charl70]

Hi Craig

I'm about 2 weeks behind you so glad to hear how well your doing ,yes after about 6/7 weeks thing starting improving I can now go out socially ,sleeping better and started doing the sit down exercises on bhf rehab on you tube ,still get bouts of anxiety now and then ,keep going and love the positive post