Tuesday, April 18, 2017

What I'm missing by living in Butte

Saw the EP Cardio guy here, impressed me quite a bit.  He went over the tests and info that Swedish had sent him, kudo's to Swedish for being so thorough. The procedure I thought might be done turned out to not be optimum for me, it's an ablation of a portion of the ventricle where the miscreant beats were originating. Alas, I have more than one area, as I had been led to believe. I have at least three, which renders me not the optimum patient.

He does have some suggestions on a couple meds, one I've started, another I'm going to clear with the Swedish docs who are still in charge, if anyone is, with my care. So it's not a wasted trip at all.

I'm staying with a good friend here, won't go back to Butte for a few weeks.

Here's what I'm missing by living in an area that has snow when others are enjoying warmer climes:


I might pick my home instead, but ask me when it's hitting a minus 40, maybe I'll change my mind. 

Cheers all

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  1. Tom CochrunApril 18, 2017 at 8:14 PM

    We continue to wish you all the best as you continue your diagnostic inquiry. Glad you are getting some California light and warmth as winter remains steadfast in your native state. Cheers!

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    1. Should Fish MoreApril 19, 2017 at 8:45 AM

      Think this is about as far as I'm going to go, may or not try the other med at some point. I'm actually doing rather well while here.
      Always enjoy your column/posts, Tom

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  2. Geo.April 19, 2017 at 12:20 AM

    All my best wishes for a solution to this problem. Had cardiac ablation 9 years ago and solved a tachycardia problem --altho EP bridged my pacemaker leads and I woke up to inform him-- I've been unbothered by rhythm problems since. Again and doubly, best wishes.

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    1. Should Fish MoreApril 19, 2017 at 8:44 AM

      Yours was atrial in loci, right? Those are rather more common, and successful more often than not. Glad you're untroubled by it anymore.
      Cheers

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  3. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - MaybeApril 19, 2017 at 5:34 AM

    Sorry to hear that the procedure will not be right for you. Glad that the doctors have an alternate treatment. Meanwhile, enjoy the good weather.

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    1. Should Fish MoreApril 19, 2017 at 8:43 AM

      Yep....missing 'break up', aka spring in butte, is something to avoid.

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  4. JonoApril 19, 2017 at 7:43 AM

    Make the best of it. Butte will still be there when you return. I watched my brother do the ablation thing. Fascinating stuff.

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  5. sageApril 19, 2017 at 11:42 AM

    I hope the doctors are able to work together and help strengthen your heart.

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  6. WisewebwomanApril 20, 2017 at 7:52 AM

    All the best Mike, I hope something works for you.

    XO
    WWW

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