Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 COngratulations! Mine is Jan 17....Happy " new " Year! Jackie in CA baricat baricat@...> wrote: Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two-day stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " She asked, " How's January 15? " I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could have received. Nothing can top this! Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! Life's good, isn't it?! --Cat __________________________________________________ Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Congrats Cat, I so happy for you. I've had to have the 2 day stress test done before, it's really not that bad. You'll be done before you know it. It's a great Christmas present, isn't it? Happy Holidays, Sherry > > Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited > over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two- day > stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of > the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the > obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about > an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about > 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... > > Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of > floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for > the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. > > The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she > proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY > APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " > She asked, " How's January 15? " > > I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. > > So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going > to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was > feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their > approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could > have received. Nothing can top this! > > Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for > the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the > wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that > this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! > > Life's good, isn't it?! > > --Cat > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 I have to agree here. I think that is awesome and since you changed surgeons, things have definitely gone much better for you and for that I am really thankful. Lin 422-338-250 Lhsh@... American by birth, Saved by the grace of God. Re: And One More! Congrats Cat, I so happy for you. I've had to have the 2 day stress test done before, it's really not that bad. You'll be done before you know it. It's a great Christmas present, isn't it? Happy Holidays, Sherry > > Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited > over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two- day > stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of > the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the > obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about > an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about > 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... > > Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of > floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for > the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. > > The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she > proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY > APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " > She asked, " How's January 15? " > > I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. > > So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going > to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was > feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their > approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could > have received. Nothing can top this! > > Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for > the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the > wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that > this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! > > Life's good, isn't it?! > > --Cat > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.15.25/593 - Release Date: 12/19/2006 1:17 PM Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 congrulations your surgery is 7 days before mine january22, baricat baricat@...> wrote: Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two-day stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " She asked, " How's January 15? " I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could have received. Nothing can top this! Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! Life's good, isn't it?! --Cat sharmin or cookie hugs and kisses much love to you Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Sherry, can you tell me what the test was like? Is it difficult? --Cat > > Congrats Cat, > I so happy for you. I've had to have the 2 day stress test done > before, it's really not that bad. You'll be done before you know it. > It's a great Christmas present, isn't it? Happy Holidays, Sherry Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Lin, with so many posters, I'm flattered that you remembered that I was the one who had a tough time initially with the other surgeon! BTW, his bitchy patient/insurance rep called this week, all insulted that she had called insurance and found out that I had gone to another surgeon. " Did you consult another surgeon? " she asked accusingly. " Yes, actually I did. " " Well, I'm going to call the insurance company and close out your file with us. " Never asked which surgeon I was going to go with (but it probably wasn't too difficult to figure out if she had any sensitivity at all. I think she was trying to punish me again. No skin off my nose!) I'm so excited about this! I hope to be saying good-bye to diabetes very, very soon! Did you have the 2 day stress test? If so, can you tell me anything about it? I figure it can't be that bad, since my BMI is less than 40 and I do have a regular workout routine. So it can't kill me. Whatever it takes. --Cat > > I have to agree here. I think that is awesome and since you changed > surgeons, things have definitely gone much better for you and for that I am > really thankful. > Lin > 422-338-250 > Lhsh@... > American by birth, > Saved by the grace of God. > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 I never had the two day stress test because I was so large, my cardiologist did a heart cath on me and I had that done the day before my surgery. I am glad that you got satisfaction out of her and that you won the battle and the war. Lin 422-338-250 Lhsh@... American by birth, Saved by the grace of God. Re: And One More! Lin, with so many posters, I'm flattered that you remembered that I was the one who had a tough time initially with the other surgeon! BTW, his bitchy patient/insurance rep called this week, all insulted that she had called insurance and found out that I had gone to another surgeon. " Did you consult another surgeon? " she asked accusingly. " Yes, actually I did. " " Well, I'm going to call the insurance company and close out your file with us. " Never asked which surgeon I was going to go with (but it probably wasn't too difficult to figure out if she had any sensitivity at all. I think she was trying to punish me again. No skin off my nose!) I'm so excited about this! I hope to be saying good-bye to diabetes very, very soon! Did you have the 2 day stress test? If so, can you tell me anything about it? I figure it can't be that bad, since my BMI is less than 40 and I do have a regular workout routine. So it can't kill me. Whatever it takes. --Cat > > I have to agree here. I think that is awesome and since you changed > surgeons, things have definitely gone much better for you and for that I am > really thankful. > Lin > 422-338-250 > Lhsh@... > American by birth, > Saved by the grace of God. > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.15.25/593 - Release Date: 12/19/2006 1:17 PM Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 I couldn't do the treadmill stress test either. The one I had done was called a Nuclear Stress Test, cause its done by meds and not on a treadmill. As far as I know there is two different types of 2 day stress tests. The one I had done took about 2-3 hours and most of that was registration and prep time. Once I got called back the nurse didn't leave my side. She was there the entire time. She gave me a gown to change into and hooked me up to the heart monitor and started an IV. As I was lying on the bed the cardiologist came in and explained the procedure. The med they give you makes your heart think its exercising really hard and fast. My heart was beating really fast as if I'd ran a marathon. It gets your heart rate up quickly. And it stays at that rate for a little while. They also give you a dye for the second part of the test. At the end of the heart rate part, I had some chest pain, but was told that was normal and it passed fairly quickly. After I spoke to the cardiologist and he said it was all good. I was sent to radiology for a scan to check for abnormalities like clogged arteries. Some people don't have to go back the second day. But, I did. They just ran the scan on me again. It wasn't to bad. Like you, I was more worried about it than it warranted me to be. Let me know if I explained it well or if you have any more questions about it. Happy Holidays > > > > Congrats Cat, > > I so happy for you. I've had to have the 2 day stress test done > > before, it's really not that bad. You'll be done before you know it. > > It's a great Christmas present, isn't it? Happy Holidays, Sherry > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Sherry, you explained it VERY well! I have a feeling I'm heading for the actual treadmill test, because I have a regular workout routine, and he specifically asked me, " Can you walk/run on a treadmill? Are your knees OK? " I told him yes, as far as I know. We'll see. I'm glad it wasn't much to worry about. I'll tell you all about it next week when I'm done. Hope you have a wonderful holiday, as well! --Cat > > I couldn't do the treadmill stress test either. The one I had done was > called a Nuclear Stress Test, cause its done by meds and not on a > treadmill. As far as I know there is two different types of 2 day > stress tests. The one I had done took about 2-3 hours and most of that > was registration and prep time. Once I got called back the nurse didn't > leave my side. She was there the entire time. She gave me a gown to > change into and hooked me up to the heart monitor and started an IV. As > I was lying on the bed the cardiologist came in and explained the > procedure. The med they give you makes your heart think its exercising > really hard and fast. My heart was beating really fast as if I'd ran a > marathon. It gets your heart rate up quickly. And it stays at that rate > for a little while. They also give you a dye for the second part of the > test. At the end of the heart rate part, I had some chest pain, but was > told that was normal and it passed fairly quickly. After I spoke to the > cardiologist and he said it was all good. I was sent to radiology for a > scan to check for abnormalities like clogged arteries. Some people > don't have to go back the second day. But, I did. They just ran the > scan on me again. It wasn't to bad. Like you, I was more worried about > it than it warranted me to be. Let me know if I explained it well or if > you have any more questions about it. Happy Holidays > > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Yes cat life is good and don't you forget it :-). I'm sooo happy to hear the news of your surg. date. Everything will be just fine. Liz B > > Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited > over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two- day > stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of > the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the > obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about > an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about > 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... > > Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of > floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for > the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. > > The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she > proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY > APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " > She asked, " How's January 15? " > > I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. > > So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going > to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was > feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their > approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could > have received. Nothing can top this! > > Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for > the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the > wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that > this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! > > Life's good, isn't it?! > > --Cat > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2006 Report Posted December 20, 2006 Thanks Cat keep us posted. > > > > I couldn't do the treadmill stress test either. The one I had done was > > called a Nuclear Stress Test, cause its done by meds and not on a > > treadmill. As far as I know there is two different types of 2 day > > stress tests. The one I had done took about 2-3 hours and most of that > > was registration and prep time. Once I got called back the nurse didn't > > leave my side. She was there the entire time. She gave me a gown to > > change into and hooked me up to the heart monitor and started an IV. As > > I was lying on the bed the cardiologist came in and explained the > > procedure. The med they give you makes your heart think its exercising > > really hard and fast. My heart was beating really fast as if I'd ran a > > marathon. It gets your heart rate up quickly. And it stays at that rate > > for a little while. They also give you a dye for the second part of the > > test. At the end of the heart rate part, I had some chest pain, but was > > told that was normal and it passed fairly quickly. After I spoke to the > > cardiologist and he said it was all good. I was sent to radiology for a > > scan to check for abnormalities like clogged arteries. Some people > > don't have to go back the second day. But, I did. They just ran the > > scan on me again. It wasn't to bad. Like you, I was more worried about > > it than it warranted me to be. Let me know if I explained it well or if > > you have any more questions about it. Happy Holidays > > > > > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2006 Report Posted December 21, 2006 Cat, For my stress test I was about 470lbs I think give or take 10lbs. I had resigned myself to a chemical test. I was walking maybe a mile twice a week not really preparing for treadmill work. The techs during the test said they could do a chemical one but asked if I was willing to try a treadmill one because it would be more comfortable for someone of youth (flattering at 37). I opted for the treadmill and was able to do it. It was probably a 6- 7 on the scale of discomfort. I'd say do the treadmill if you can. Mike in GR > > > > I couldn't do the treadmill stress test either. The one I had done was > > called a Nuclear Stress Test, cause its done by meds and not on a > > treadmill. As far as I know there is two different types of 2 day > > stress tests. The one I had done took about 2-3 hours and most of that > > was registration and prep time. Once I got called back the nurse didn't > > leave my side. She was there the entire time. She gave me a gown to > > change into and hooked me up to the heart monitor and started an IV. As > > I was lying on the bed the cardiologist came in and explained the > > procedure. The med they give you makes your heart think its exercising > > really hard and fast. My heart was beating really fast as if I'd ran a > > marathon. It gets your heart rate up quickly. And it stays at that rate > > for a little while. They also give you a dye for the second part of the > > test. At the end of the heart rate part, I had some chest pain, but was > > told that was normal and it passed fairly quickly. After I spoke to the > > cardiologist and he said it was all good. I was sent to radiology for a > > scan to check for abnormalities like clogged arteries. Some people > > don't have to go back the second day. But, I did. They just ran the > > scan on me again. It wasn't to bad. Like you, I was more worried about > > it than it warranted me to be. Let me know if I explained it well or if > > you have any more questions about it. Happy Holidays > > > > > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2006 Report Posted December 21, 2006 Thanks for the advice, Mike. I had intended to give the treadmill a whirl, and I know I'll end up huffing and puffing, as that's the intention. But I can easily walk the mile-and-a-half around our development in about 18 minutes, so I don't think I'm going to pass out or anything. Besides, if there's any question, I'm sure they'll just change to the chemical one. I'm more scared of the chemical one, because then I'm not in control. They can make my heart race for all it's worth - what if a blow a piston or something? LOL! But the reason he wants to do it, most likely, is that I'm an OLD LADY - LOL! 53 years old ain't no spring chicken anymore. On the bright side, pulmonary function is 97-100%. So not bad for an old lady. If you don't hear from me after 12/28, it means that the treadmill killed me! --Cat > > Cat, > > For my stress test I was about 470lbs I think give or take 10lbs. I > had resigned myself to a chemical test. I was walking maybe a mile > twice a week not really preparing for treadmill work. > > The techs during the test said they could do a chemical one but asked > if I was willing to try a treadmill one because it would be more > comfortable for someone of youth (flattering at 37). > > I opted for the treadmill and was able to do it. It was probably a 6- > 7 on the scale of discomfort. > > I'd say do the treadmill if you can. > > Mike in GR Quote
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2006 Report Posted December 21, 2006 Holy crap Cat you'll blow this stress test away. I'm getting stressed out just thinking about 1.5 miles in 18 minutes. > > > > Cat, > > > > For my stress test I was about 470lbs I think give or take 10lbs. I > > had resigned myself to a chemical test. I was walking maybe a mile > > twice a week not really preparing for treadmill work. > > > > The techs during the test said they could do a chemical one but asked > > if I was willing to try a treadmill one because it would be more > > comfortable for someone of youth (flattering at 37). > > > > I opted for the treadmill and was able to do it. It was probably a 6- > > 7 on the scale of discomfort. > > > > I'd say do the treadmill if you can. > > > > Mike in GR > Quote
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2006 Report Posted December 21, 2006 Nah, Mike. Believe me, it's no big accomplishment. DH does a 6 minute mile. Now HE would blow the test out of the water. I've always done regular physical activity since my first was born, back in 1978. Started with a stationary bike, then a treadmill, then a Nordic Track, and have been working with my Healthrider for probably 9 years now. I went to using it because the knees didn't seem to like the repeated impact. But when I say " Healthrider " I get a blank stare. They were the hottest thing about 10 years ago. Anyone remember them? You sit and pump with your legs and forward/back with your arms. Something like a rowing workout, but whole body more involved, not so heavy only on the arms. So your seat is going up and down with each foward/backward movement. I keep 10 pound strapped on the seat, so I'm getting extra workout. We also have an air walker and an ultraglide (resistence strength training) machine, but DH likes those better. I only use the Healthrider and occasional walking. --Cat > > Holy crap Cat you'll blow this stress test away. I'm getting stressed > out just thinking about 1.5 miles in 18 minutes. Quote
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2006 Report Posted December 24, 2006 YAY Cat! What a great Christmas present! W 380/25?/160 baricat wrote: > Today was my last clearance appointment, the cardiologist. I waited > over an hour and when I was finally seen, he said he needed a two-day > stress test. I was really disappointed that I wasn't walking out of > the office with my clearance, but scheduled the two day test for the > obscene hour of 7AM on both Dec 28 and 29. Since the hospital is about > an hour from home, that means I'm going to have to be up at about > 5:15. Oh, well. Ya do what ya got to do... > > Since the surgeon's office is in the same building, just a couple of > floors down, I stopped in. I was assured that it's not uncommon for > the cardiologist to request this. Then, the subject of insurance came up. > > The nurse said, " While you're here, why don't I call? " which she > proceded to do. She was on hold when a fax came in, and IT WAS MY > APPROVAL!!! So she hung up and said " Let's schedule the surgery now. " > She asked, " How's January 15? " > > I nearly passed out. Just fine, says I. > > So January 15 it is, first thing in the morning! I thought I was going > to have to wait a lot longer, so this is incredible news! I was > feeling kind of envious at all of those who have posted about their > approvals and dates. So this was the BEST Christmas present I could > have received. Nothing can top this! > > Can't wait to join you all in the loser's corner. I ran straight for > the computer to send this as soon as I got home. Thank you for all the > wonderful information that led me on the journey to believing that > this is the best possible thing I could do for myself. I can't WAIT! > > Life's good, isn't it?! > > --Cat Quote
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