November 9, 2007

I arrived for my second procedure as scheduled on Wednesday. During the preparation, the nurse noticed a rash. One of the key medications in my treatment has that side effect, so rather than proceeding with the procedure I was admitted for observation. The internal medicine doctor suspect a reaction to detergent used for the gowns, sheets, towels, and other things. After a couple of days, we seemed to have proved his hypothesis. Today, I was wheeled down at 6:45 am and had two stents deployed. I was awake and watched the procedure on the monitor. The doctor is releasing me to return to work on Monday. The doctor reviewed the results of the echo cardiogram and reported only minimal damage to the heart, so I am thankful and blessed that the heart attack was mild. I am amazed at the technological advances. I am thankful for your thoughts and prayers and grateful for God's care.

Grace and peace to you all,
Darryl

November 2, 2007

Well, I guess its my turn now. Monday, October 29th, I suffered a minor heart attack and have been in the hospital since. I had one stent put in on Tuesday but still need three more. I was scheduled for Thursday but ran a low fever so the procedure was post-poned until Friday. Last, night the surgeon stopped by and said the cath lab is already booked, so the plan is to release me for the weekend and return next week as an out patient.

I feel really good after the first stent, all of the pain disappeared within about five minutes after the stent was deployed. I have felt good since but am really enjoying the opportunity to rest and sleep.

Darryl