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Had my trans esophageal echo done last Friday.
Had catheterization plus (Latin for fancy camera work on valves) today.
Have NOW medically acceptable documentation for heart condition performing worse under even chemically induced exertion.
Hopefully NOW I can get my expected surgery for this damn sub aortic stenosis, membrane type.
Aggravating factors: I specifically said that I was both pain sensitive AND wanted to know any restrictions while healing. They didn't mention until AFTERWARDS the 24 hour splint on my right wrist to prevent dislodging the clot from the catheter insertion.
Also, a first: I was bloody awake THE WHOLE TIME. Usually, sedation means I don't remember any of it. Gah, I expect nightmares about the catheter feel up my arm.
GOOD PART: Had a Lebanese doctor who happily chatted with me in French and Arabic, knowing I am Jewish, to the bemusement of the rest of the cath lab team.
Had catheterization plus (Latin for fancy camera work on valves) today.
Have NOW medically acceptable documentation for heart condition performing worse under even chemically induced exertion.
Hopefully NOW I can get my expected surgery for this damn sub aortic stenosis, membrane type.
Aggravating factors: I specifically said that I was both pain sensitive AND wanted to know any restrictions while healing. They didn't mention until AFTERWARDS the 24 hour splint on my right wrist to prevent dislodging the clot from the catheter insertion.
Also, a first: I was bloody awake THE WHOLE TIME. Usually, sedation means I don't remember any of it. Gah, I expect nightmares about the catheter feel up my arm.
GOOD PART: Had a Lebanese doctor who happily chatted with me in French and Arabic, knowing I am Jewish, to the bemusement of the rest of the cath lab team.
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