western australia

We had a health scare yesterday

@JudyEv (382036)

Rockingham, Australia

June 14, 2024 4:01am CST

Vince has been taking a very strong pain-killer each evening since his heart operation. He decided to miss it a couple of nights ago as he wasn’t in a great deal of pain. Next day, after lunch, the pain became quite severe and his pulse started to race. We rang the surgery who said to take him to Emergency at the nearby hospital. Seven hours later, at midnight, we got home again. It was pretty much a false alarm. The pain was causing the rapid pulse and once the pain was back under control, everything settled down again. The doctor we saw was very informative and assured us that the pain-killer would not become addictive. He also said they (doctors) take very little notice of pulse rates. Vince had an X-ray, CT scan, ultra sound, MIR – the whole works – and there was no sign of clots, pneumonia or any other nasties. So that was all good. The department was very busy and a great deal of our time was spent waiting around. We see his doctor in the morning to check on the blood-thinner dosage. After such a tiring day, I spent most of the afternoon napping. The photo is mine.

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@Juliaacv (56207)

• Canada

14 Jun 24

I was always told to continue to take the pain medication to stay ahead of the pain. I am thankful that you only had a bad scare and that now that Vince has been seen at the hospital, and had all of the testing I hope that it gives you both the peace of mind that he is on the mend.

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@Juliaacv (56207)

• Canada

15 Jun 24

@JudyEv It is a concern as every pill that we put into our bodies must be filtered by our liver, and we only have 1 liver.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

I do feel relieved. We feel a bit silly that this happened. It's our own fault but the whole thing was triggered by our 'Irish' son worrying about Vin getting addicted to the pain-killer. His wife had had a bad experience with that type of addiction. We know better now.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

@Juliaacv That's true. The doctor at the hospital was more concerned about becoming addicted to the sleeping pill so Vince will be trying to limit his use of that a bit.

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@AmbiePam (120712)

• United States

14 Jun 24

Oh man, how frightening that must have been! I know a couple people who had serious surgery (NOT as serious as Vince’s though), and they went off it early due to a fear of being addicted. It caught up with them something fierce. But with news of addiction everywhere you understand why. I’m sure Vince won’t do that again though. I hope you both can get some rest.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Thanks. Our son scared us with stories of his wife's addiction to a medication but we've learnt our lesson now. I slept for around 3 hours this afternoon and feel much better for it.

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@ptrikha_2 (49753)

• India

14 Jun 24

Thank God everything went fine. Hello and best wishes to Vince. Hopefully, the recovery would improve gradually. Tomorrow, we need to a Lab for a family member's X ray. Physiotherapy might also be required which means Money + Time. But well, this is life !!

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@ptrikha_2 (49753)

• India

15 Jun 24

@JudyEv I hope the things are under better control now!

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@ptrikha_2 (49753)

• India

16 Jun 24

@JudyEv That is a good development!!

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

These things happen and you just have to go with it. I hope it's nothing serious and thanks for the good wishes.

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@changjiangzhibin89 (17239)

• China

14 Jun 24

That did frighten you ! You shouldn't miss the pain-killer without doctor's authority.As a whole,the operation is successful !

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Yes, thanks, the operation went well and Vince knows now to take the pain-killer if he needs it.

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@LadyDuck (502429)

• Italy

14 Jun 24

Pain surely was the cause of his rapid pulse. I am glad the doctors immediately took care of him and it was only a scare, but nothing serious.

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@LadyDuck (502429)

• Italy

14 Jun 24

@JudyEv - I think that finally it was a good thing he had a good check up. It was a serious surgery and knowing that everything is fine will help Vince to relax. Good also to know that he can take his pain killer with no worries.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

We feel a bit sily now but we're also glad he had such a thorough check at this early stage. He is seeing the surgeon and cardiologist in another three weeks or so but it's good to know all is well. Vince is now happier about taking the pain-killers too.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

@LadyDuck True, Anna. All in all, it was a positive visit to have such a thorough check. There is apparently a lot of people getting pneumonia too although Vince has been immunised against it. He has had pneumonia three times in the past.

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@Marilynda1225 (91068)

• United States

14 Jun 24

That must have been scary but glad it wasn't anything serious. I can imagine how tired you much have been by the time you got home. Hope all goes well with his doctor visit.

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@Marilynda1225 (91068)

• United States

14 Jun 24

@JudyEv You probably wouldn't have been able to concentrate a book even if you had brought one. Waiting is the worst

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

@Marilynda1225 I might buy a book of Sudoko puzzles. That might help pass the time but of course we're hoping it doesn't happen again.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

It's tiring sitting in a cubicle waiting for something to happen. I should have taken a book with me. I usually do but didn't this time. I was too concerned.

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@GardenGerty (169448)

• United States

14 Jun 24

You never quite know when you should panic. I am glad all is well. It is good you did not ignore things.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

That's so true. We didn't want to have to go in the middle of the night either.

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Anne Marie Guyer

@LeaPea2417 (40029)

• Toccoa, Georgia

14 Jun 24

I'm glad it was not very serious.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

Yes, it turned out better than we were perhaps expecting.

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@RasmaSandra (97990)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

14 Jun 24

Guess it is then best to keep taking the pain killers, I am so glad it was nothing serious, Guarding angels are watching over you, I hope all will be all right now, I will keep him in my prayers,

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

Thanks very much. We've learnt our lesson now. It was interesting to know that the pulse doesn't really need to be considered.

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@xFiacre (14805)

• Ireland

14 Jun 24

@judyev Scary indeed. Glad all turned out ok.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Thanks. The emergency area of the hospital was quite manic including one poor man off his head and quite convinced he was going to be murdered if they didn't admit him.

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@xFiacre (14805)

• Ireland

14 Jun 24

@JudyEv I worked at reception in the ER in Belfast in the late 70s. Scary place.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

@xFiacre I can well believe it.

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@TheHorse (238298)

• Walnut Creek, California

14 Jun 24

Glad it turned out OK.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

Thanks. It was a relief after 7+ hours to be sent home with an 'all clear'.

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@TheHorse (238298)

• Walnut Creek, California

15 Jun 24

@JudyEv I am glad all is good for now .

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@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

14 Jun 24

I'm glad it was a false alarm and he's doing well.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

It was a relief to get the all clear and be allowed to come home.

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@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

14 Jun 24

@JudyEv I'm sure it was.

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@Ronrybs (21497)

• London, England

14 Jun 24

Glad it was false alarm, but I guess it shows what a good idea it is to keep taking your pills!

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

The strong pain-killer was an optional one but yes, he should have taken it as soon as the pain got a bit bad. Then his pulse wouldn't have increased and we wouldn't have panicked. Hindsight isn't much help though, is it?

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

18 Jun 24

@Ronrybs That's true. We'll have a bit more knowledge for next time.

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@Ronrybs (21497)

• London, England

17 Jun 24

@JudyEv A lesson for next time!

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@MarieCoyle (59192)

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14 Jun 24

Yes, being in pain can deface out your numbers and cause problems. A long day for you and Vince. Glad it was fixable and I do hope he continues to improve. Take good care, Judy.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Sitting around worrying and waiting for something to happen is very tiring but I had a three-hour nap this afternoon and feel much better now. Thanks for the hug. And here's one for you.

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@MarieCoyle (59192)

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15 Jun 24

@JudyEv It truly is tiring to just have to wait, I agree. Glad you grabbed a nap when you did. Some days I catch a nap as well, when I can, I needed that hug. Thanks!

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@snowy22315 (208869)

• United States

14 Jun 24

Pretty color. I guess best for Vince to discuss with the doc how and when to go off of them. Sorry that happened. He is still early in the recovery peocess, and since he is diabetic, it could take longer.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

What you say is very true. We're seeing the doctor again tomorrow. Now we know the tablets are quite safe to take, he won't be so reluctant to take them as needed.

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@much2say (57760)

• Los Angeles, California

14 Jun 24

PHEW! It must've been an exhausting 7 hours, but it's good that he was thoroughly checked. Thank goodness he is all good plus you have the added relief that he must be healing just fine according to those test results. Hope you both get some good rest today!!

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

Thanks. I had a great nap. He will probably have these same tests at the six week check but it's nice to know it's all good at the moment.

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@rebelann (117223)

• El Paso, Texas

14 Jun 24

I'm so glad Vince is ok. I really like the tree, is it in bloom or is it fall leaves?

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Thanks. The tree is a gleditsia and that's its autumn foliage. It is a really pretty tree. One country town has it lining the main street.

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@Tampa_girl7 (54715)

• United States

14 Jun 24

I know that was quite a scare. I’m glad everything is okay and he is back home.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

Thanks. It was a bit scary but it's all turned out well.

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@wolfgirl569 (135722)

• Marion, Ohio

14 Jun 24

Glad it was nothing. I don't trust pain killers either no matter what they say

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Jun 24

It was good to have it explained so clearly by the doctor. We both feel happier about him taking it now as and when he needs it.

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@Shiva49 (28380)

• Singapore

14 Jun 24

It is good that you resolved this issue though it involved waiting around. It should have been not only tiring but also testing time.

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@JudyEv (382036)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Jun 24

It was a bit worrying but it's good to know now that everything is going well.

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