3 days and home

[JeffM]

They must have needed that room! Not much sleeping while in the hospital. Very glad to be home. No problems so far aside from the expected chest/shoulder pain, some sweating. I so much appreciate having you all there holding my hand and informing me going into my surgery. Having realistic expectations made the whole process psychologically easier to take. I have a follow up appointment with my surgeon's office next week at which time a plan to get the details on my stented porcine valve, apparently it ws a big one. I also did have the mini Mae proceddure done as a pulomonary vein isolation to reduce AFib likelihood longterm. Right now my thoughts are with Victor Kernus, who is having his valve and aortic surgery done today at the same hospital.

 

[Phyllis]

Welcome home Jeff. That was fast and it sounds like with all good results. Rest, walk and have an uneventful recovery.

 

[skeptic49]

Welcome to the other side of the mountain, Jeff! Post more details when you feel strong enough to do so.

Best wishes for a smooth recovery.

Jim

 

[Freddie]

Hey there Jeff, you could have broken a record.....3 days WOW.
Good luck with your appointment next week, but until then, REST, EAT, WALK and BREATH.
Take Care.
Me

 

[DebbyA]

Jeff,
Glad to hear you're doing well. Isn't it good to be home?!

Did Fairfax Hospital tell you beforehand you might be on the "rabbit track"--The Rapid after Bypass Back into Telemetry ? They told me I would probably home in 3 days, but my cardiologist gave me the term.

Catch up on your sleep, and do everything they tell you!

Debby

 

[EVELYN]

WELCOME HOME!!!!

Rest, nap, walk and breathe.....each day will get better.

Evelyn

 

[Ross]

Welcome to your new life! Do what you need to do and no backsliding now, ya hear!

 

[Bina]

Holy Smokes.....3 days!
I don't remember day 3 very much at all, day 4 onwards was much better for me.
Now behave yourself and don't over-do things. Rest often, eat well.

 

[Jkm7]

Welcome Home and Congratulations for that journey over the mountain.

Don't rush yourself. It really does pay dividends to follow doctor's orders and not do too much too soon.

On the other hand, the walking really does help A LOT.

Looking forward to hearing more from you.

 

[CThrock]

Welcome Home!!! Wow! Only three days. Glad you did so well. Keep up the good work!

 

[WayneGM]

Welcome home. Best wishes for a smooth and speedy recovery.

 

[ponygirlmom]

I think you definitely broke the land speed record for going home!

 

[BDMc]

Who has Jeff's gold medal? You kids amaze me! Home in three days, and posting! Great to read your post. Take it easy/ give yourself time, and you'll be in good shape in short time. Brian

 

[Curtsmum]

Wow, must be great to get home so soon, wishing you a continued good recovery. Take care.

 

[JeffM]

Jeff,
Glad to hear you're doing well. Isn't it good to be home?!

Did Fairfax Hospital tell you beforehand you might be on the "rabbit track"--The Rapid after Bypass Back into Telemetry ? They told me I would probably home in 3 days, but my cardiologist gave me the term.

Catch up on your sleep, and do everything they tell you!

Debby

They didn't actually call it that but they did say before surgery there was a good chance I'd go home early.

It IS good to be home.

I have an appointment tomorrow with Dr Summers btw....thanks again.

 

[JeffM]

Thanks to all for those (as always) very encouraging comments. I'm following your advice, doing lots of walking and after taking the last Percocet yesterday afternoon, actually slept OK last night.

 

[hensylee]

WHO DID you pay off to get out in three days??? Best wishes on your walk on the recuperation path. Blessins...............

 

[Cooker]

Welcome to this side of the mountain ? rest, eat and walk ?. Repeat the process ? Two things to remember ? listen to your body and it takes TIME ? Good Job!!

 

[Dawn-Marie]

Welcome Home Jeff ~ I'm glad you did so well...i hope you continue to have an easy recovery! Take care, Dawn-Marie

 

[hall]

Wow, 3 days. I barely remember my 3rd. day! Make sure and get your rest and Welcome Home.