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(Message started by: artonio7 on May 14^th, 2008, 11:37am)

Title: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by artonio7 on May 14^th, 2008, 11:37am

Hello friends... sorry for my absence from posting... I'm never far away... I pray and vibe for you all night and day.

I went to the electrophysiologist at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh Pa yesterday... Dr. Bonnett (a cool dude) He wanted to implant the dual lead pacermaker yesterday... But,,, I hadn't made any arrangements for Oscar so I opted for next Wednesday... I can't wait for them to put the thing in... I've always had an attraction to shiny new electronic devices.

The final diagnosis was Mobitz II or AV Heartblock type II... I asked if it was a condition that could be treated with medications only and he did not recommend going that route. (Which is ok by me because I despise taking any type of Medication anyway.. excluding Oxygen @ 15 LPM as needed per CH.)

The device to be implanted sounds snazzy.. it detects body movement and adjusts rhythm according to demand.... it doesn't sound like a complicated procedure and the risks seem fairly limited. They request certain limitations of activities for 4 to six weeks after surgery and I'll never be able to have another MRI again.... but other than that it all seems like a walk in the park compared to CH. (Which by the way have been a real pest lately)

I sooooo look forward to the symptoms going away after the surgery, dizziness, feeling faint, short of breath, and becoming exhausted after very little physical exertion. I'll keep you guys posted and as always you are in my thoughts and prayers.....

with warm regards,
Tony

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by thomas on May 14^th, 2008, 11:45am

Hope all goes well and you are able to enjoy life a little more.

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Mosaicwench on May 14^th, 2008, 11:45am

Best of luck sweetie. We'll pray and vibe back at ya.

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by sandie99 on May 14^th, 2008, 11:52am

Good to hear from you, Tony. I hope it goes well and lots of prayers are headed your way! :)

Sanna

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by PollyPocket on May 14^th, 2008, 11:54am

You're always in my thoughts and prayers Tony. Wishing you luck with the procedure, a speedy recovery and abundant good health afterward.

Love ya much!

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Lizzie2 on May 14^th, 2008, 12:09pm

Prayers and vibes going up for you, Tony!! I really hope this brings you some symptom relief and that you're back on your feet in no time!! PF wishes while we're at it!! Not fair for the beast and the ticker to both be getting you at the same time!!

Hugz,
Carrie :)

P.S. I can't have MRIs anymore either - and we'll both not be able to go through airport security - shall we start a club? hehe

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by cash5542 on May 14^th, 2008, 12:17pm

I am so glad you got into the doctor! Good luck with your surgery and keep us posted!

Charlotte

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by midwestbeth on May 14^th, 2008, 12:20pm

Tony, Best of luck with your snazzy, shiny new electronic device!! Hoping all goes well and that you will be feeing better in no time.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Beth

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Langa on May 14^th, 2008, 12:22pm

Praying all goes well.

Langa

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by DennisM1045 on May 14^th, 2008, 12:59pm

Adding my vibes to the pile Tony. Can't wait to hear you're all sorted soon. Good luck my friend...

-Dennis-

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by barry_sword on May 14^th, 2008, 1:34pm

Tony, you will feel so much better getting this done, prayers going to you that all will be good.
Sorry your getting hits at the same time my friend. Hang in there!

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Jimi on May 14^th, 2008, 2:20pm

Glad you are getting this done Tony. I pray it will work oput just perfectly for you.

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Ray on May 14^th, 2008, 2:31pm

Tony:

Prayers going up for you! May things go better than all expectations!

Ray

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Sandy_C on May 14^th, 2008, 2:48pm

Tony,

Fingers, toes, knees, eyes, everything is crossed for you.

Sending vibes and prayers.

Keep us posted on how you are doing.

Sandy

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Charlotte on May 14^th, 2008, 3:28pm

Good luck, Tony.

Charlotte

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by aprilbee on May 14^th, 2008, 3:56pm

Good Luck Tony, you're in my thoughts... :-*

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Jackie on May 14^th, 2008, 4:00pm

Good Luck, Sweetie....you're gonna feel soooooo much better :) All will be well.....

Much Love,
Jackie

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by mummymac on May 14^th, 2008, 4:15pm

Tony

Wonderful to see you up on the boards again, goodluck and specials vibes being sent for you.

Love and best wishes

Tanya

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Cathi_Pierce on May 14^th, 2008, 4:17pm

Sheesh! Not fair, if I wanna wear something snazzy and shiny, I have to buy some new shoes!!

Tony, if this contraption will bring you health and vitality, well..go for it!!! I want you to enjoy the best life has-so there............
now, go get ready..........we'll be keeping our fingers crossed and the lights on.......................

Love,
cathi

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by purpleydog on May 14^th, 2008, 5:51pm

Good Luck with the procedure, Tony. My grandmother had one put in in her 80's as an outpatient. I know this will make you feel much better. :)

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Brew on May 14^th, 2008, 7:41pm

Best of luck, Tony. I don't know anyone who has one, so I can't relate anything personal, but you'll do just fine. Besides, once you have yours, I'll know somebody who has one.

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by George_J on May 14^th, 2008, 7:45pm

Good. Glad you're getting it done, Tony.

Best wishes from all of us for a successful and uneventful procedure.

George

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by zwibbs/Scott on May 14^th, 2008, 8:03pm

Everything is going to be fine Tony ! I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Charlie on May 14^th, 2008, 9:13pm

Luck, vibes, prayers and good thoughts.

Drop in with the good news.....it will be you know. 8)

Charlie

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Ree on May 14^th, 2008, 9:48pm

Good luck... prayers in the wind to you friend...

just think backup for your heart what could be better than that...

love to you Ree

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by DonnaH_again on May 14^th, 2008, 9:55pm

Mine is a dual chamber pacer too and I am so glad to have it.

I too was experiencing near fainting, annoying and frightening rhythms, etc.

Mobitz II in itself it not a deadly rhythm, but can lead to other serious rhythms. You'll be so relieved when you get it implanted.

The new pacers can do amazing things.

The proceedure is a breeze. You'll probably have something like Versed and be numbly awake ;;D. It's done before you can blink 2,790 times.

Hugs and prayers,
Donna

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Callico on May 15^th, 2008, 12:15am

Glad to hear from you Tony! We've been a little concerned about you. Glad to hear you have a time set up to get it put in. Still praying for you.

Jerry

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by artonio7 on May 15^th, 2008, 12:48am

Thank you all... you do my heart better than any, shiny new thingamahicky ever could.

The up side is that Carrie and I as well as Donna and Eddie all get to be hand searched at the airport. Yippee Skippee... now if we can only just get to choose the person doing the searching. ::)

with warm regards,
Tony

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by ClusterChuck on May 15^th, 2008, 2:56am

Pookiekins, ya know I am pulling for ya!

Once ya get that outta the way, we can then plan for all the hell we will be raising in Dallas!

Chuckiepoo

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Tara Ann on May 15^th, 2008, 6:07am

Lotsa luck, prayers, vibes and love to ya Tony!

Keep us posted on it k?!

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on May 15^th, 2008, 7:29am

Sending lots of good luck wishes your way, Tony.

Carol

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by BarbaraD on May 15^th, 2008, 9:23am

Big hugs and lots of vibes from your Texas sweetie.... ya know who loves ya...

Hugs BD

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by nani on May 15^th, 2008, 5:37pm

Once you get that ticker all fixed up there's gonna be no stoppin' you, paisano...

As always... you're in my thoughts and prayers. :-*

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by LeLimey on May 15^th, 2008, 5:50pm

Thinking of you Tony, it's good to hear from you

love
Helen xxx

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Tiannia on May 15^th, 2008, 7:07pm

Love, Light and Vibes to you...

Take it easy for as long as they say. It sounds like you are really comfortable with it, so that is good.

Let us know how all is going.

Bright Blessings,
Tia

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Charlie on May 15^th, 2008, 10:13pm

You sound good and you are in my thoughts and have some vibes on the way.

Charlie

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Gator on May 16^th, 2008, 11:56am

I hope the surgery takes care of both your heart and your head, Tony. In the meantime, I've got the vibe machine pumping out an order just for you.

Mike

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Lizzie2 on May 16^th, 2008, 12:16pm

on 05/15/08 at 00:48:04, artonio7 wrote:

The up side is that Carrie and I as well as Donna and Eddie all get to be hand searched at the airport. Yippee Skippee... now if we can only just get to choose the person doing the searching. ::)

That's sure the truth! Jim (Alchemy) is in our little group here too as he has a ONSI, as well. Just this past time through the airport last weekend I got pulled out for a special security screen, and this was even before the stimulator! I must look suspicious.... ;)

Best of luck!
Carrie :)

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by Melissa on May 16^th, 2008, 12:19pm

Hoping everything goes well for your new ticker tamer Tony. :)

Everything will be just fine and you'll be right as rain.

hugs & prayers,
mel

Title: Re: Gotta get this IN my chest
Post by eddie on May 16^th, 2008, 1:28pm

good luck my friend

::)