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My 25th heart attach and bypass year

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Age 49 triple bypass I'm still here at age 75 . 2 of the bypasses supposedly

Have deteriated. Still get angina and post pump syndrome . I just pop a nitroglycerin and keep going . Very poor follow up with cardiologist and sister surgeons I have fired a few I lost 50 lbs Been a diabetic for years , take insulin, colonzapam so I don't punch some one . Wear diapers now and both knee have been replaced.

My quality of life sucks so I deal with it . Just got done restoring a '27 Ford coupe Stay active but watch for signs when to stop and have a beer !! Fred

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It's nice to know you are still going so long after bypass surgery.

My other half had a triple bypass at age 48 earlier this year and I do wonder how long he will keep going for.

We found out about his heart disease in dramatic style - he had a cardiac arrest while running. Thankfully their were plenty of people with him who knew how to give CPR and he made a good recovery. He is pretty much back to his normal self but doesn't have as much patience as before which is hardly surprising give what he has gone through.

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My doc put me on colonzapam. .5 mg 2 x a day ( morning first thing and about 8 pm. ). This slows my heart from racing and steadies my nerves. Don't miss a dose , this is a controlled substance, has saved me ftom lashing out at people !! Fred

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