A Personal Request

[Beechtree]

Sending best wishes and thoughts of strength and healing Philco.

[Knife Nut]

Just caught this thread. Prayers will be going your way Phil.
It sounds like good news so far!

Paul

[jerryd6818]

That was almost four months ago Phil, what's happened since then? Did they stint you or pump you full of pills and adopt the wait and see and hope attitude? That's some serious business my friend.

[fergusontd]

Doctors can to great things today, hang in there Phil. ftd

[philco]

That was almost four months ago Phil, what's happened since then? Did they stint you or pump you full of pills and adopt the wait and see and hope attitude? That's some serious business my friend.

After putting me on the new meds, the cardiologist had me go through a bunch of tests and also sent me to see a pulmonologist (lung specialist) to have my COPD condition evaluated. That doctor put me on supplemental oxygen full time. I had been using it while I sleep for several years prior to that.
Going around with a hose in my nose all the time has been something of an adjustment but so far it's been manageable. I have a home unit and also a portable oxygen concentrator that I can carry with me or use in the car. I'm still going where I want and working every day.
With all the newly gleaned information the cardiologist decided he didn't think it was worth the inherent risk involved to try to reopen the blocked artery as opposed to continuing to treat me with meds. I'm due back next month for a follow up.

Once again I'd like to thank each of you for your prayers. With your support and Gods help I'm doing fine.

[basser5]

Hey Sunshine....It's good to see your still upright my friend

I think about you often and that's a great pic!!



Tim

[jerryd6818]

The oxygen thing isn't very sexy but it's a heck of a lot better than the alternative. Glad to hear you're on a "plan" that will keep you around longer.

[treefarmer]

Philco, You ain't got enough gray in your mustache and chin whiskers to be eligible to wear that oxygen device! Praying that our Lord will continue to bless you with strength to get through a rough place in the road.
Phil/Treefarmer

[glennbad]

I'm glad you're hanging there and they don't think it's too dangerous to leave in place as-is.

Let's hope next month will bring a more positive outlook. BTW, that's a lovely lady you have there.

[philco]

Thank each of you for your words of encouragement and support.


Glenn she's one of my lifes greatest blessings.

[wishful]

Phil, I'm betting that the little grand daughter makes you want to take good care of yourself. Been there and done it. All the best.

[rangerbluedog]

Het Phil, Glad to see you're doing o.k. My Dad has been wearing one of those for a while. It is a PITA, but manageable.

[stagman]

Phil, I some how missed your 1st post here and had no idea you had this going on,
you know how how I feel about ya and the things you do for everyone on AAPK
My wife and I will keep you close in our prayers,
We all here at AAPK love ya and wish nothing but the best for your health...
Will

[philco]

Thanks Will. I appreciate your prayers and your kind words.

Perhaps another update is in order. I'm scheduled to go in this coming Wednesday for some work. The cardiologist is going to attempt to reopen the totally blocked artery, and if successful, install a stint to keep it open. I've been in prayer about this myself and feel good about moving forward with it.

Phil

[orvet]

Keep us updated on how it goes Phil.
I will keep you in my prayers.

[Quick Steel]

Prayers going your way.

I'm just an observer of the medical scene but am very favorably impressed with your cardiologist whose first call was to try and work with the collateral vessels your heart was developing. Too many doctors immediately go for the big invasive procedures.

Let us here some good news. Peace to you and your bride friend.

[gino]

You are in my prayers Phil

[knifetime]

I hope this works out for you Phil. I just went through the stint/cath deal with my 8 year old this month and it went well I hope the same thing for you buddy.

[treefarmer]

The Lord has blessed the medical community to have the knowledge and skill to repair these bodies, both young and old as they experience difficulties. Praying that the stint procedure will be successful for you Philco!.
Treefarmer

[Knife Nut]

Phil, will keep you in my prayers on your next procedure.

Paul

[Tennessee Dave]

Still in prayer for you Phil.

[philco]

Thanks to each and every one for your prayers. I got back home just a few hours ago and, after a much needed nap, I'm up and stirring. I've got two new stints installed in the previously blocked artery and I feel good. Everything went very, very well. I know that God was with me throughout that process as He continues to be. I also know that your prayers, along with those of others, made a tremendous difference. God is good ! So are friends like you. I am blessed.

Phil

[gino]

AWESOME! Glad to hear the good news Phil, prayer is a powerful thing

[wazu013]

That is good news Phil Joan and I will keep the behind the scene work going for you
Mike

[Quick Steel]

Wonderful knews. Prayers continue.