i have two stents in coronary arteries. what is my future outlook,and why after six week checkup do you never get follow up appointments?

[pampig1]

just about to have blood tests after six month break due to bad side affects from atorvastatin. will let you know if there is much difference

[Mike262]

I had drug eluding stents put in twelve months last October and when the Consultant said to me I'll bid you farewell Mr E I said you're discharging me then and he said " No Mr. E , I'm signing you back to a full life"! I am now back to trail and road biking together with gym work, swimming and spin classes and planning to do a triathlon later this year. So onwards and upwards Sir, the best of luck for the future.

[pampig1 in reply to Mike262]

i also have these stents. i am not as active as you as i have other health issues but walk when weather permits and am trying to live a healthier lifestyle.Good luck with your triathlon.x

[Hidden]

I had a stent 14 years ago, and another 3 stents, 8 years ago. I lost weight, got active, ate well, and am much stronger and healthier than I was 14 years ago

Unfortunately, the NHS cannot afford to keep track of us, but if you are worried, have a stress ECG done every couple of years privately.

[pampig1 in reply to Hidden]

i understand that .not worried at all, just wondered if the reason we dont get recalled is because after stent fitting we are not supposed to need to be seen again.if thats so, then great

[Hidden in reply to pampig1]

Absolutely. We got repaired

[patch14]

I just had to say what a splendid group you are - and I would like to pass on my best wishes to you all and a very healthy future

[pampig1 in reply to patch14]

Thanks.its nice to ask questions and swap info with others.Its also good to see especially where statins are concerned others take on side affects e.t.c. although we are all different as far as tolerance goes.good luck and good health to everyone