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    mrspunkysmom - the point I was making is that if my friend's heart with all that loss of function can go through a stent install with no problem, then you should be just fine!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Catty1 View Post
    mrspunkysmom - the point I was making is that if my friend's heart with all that loss of function can go through a stent install with no problem, then you should be just fine!
    Yeah I figure I will. I'm fairly sure that if not corrected, problems will be remedied so that I can improve my life. The human body has many redundancies and can be amazingly resilient. I do appreciate the support.

    Right now I'm more confused, miffed, upset, angry, depressed, disgusted, etc over the whole sorted affair.

    It will take me a while to move on. I also feel like I didn't get to relate the whole story to the new cardiologist, although he did listen to most of the currently relevant parts. I think he is taking things one step at a time which is not a bad philosophy.

    I think I am more frustrated right now, too

    Thank you all for your support and well wishes. I will endeavor to cheer myself up some and learn to trust again.
    Anne
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    Keep a folder of all your notes, and maybe after all this is over and you're feeling better, you could write an article or book that would help others from going through the same thing!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Karen View Post
    Keep a folder of all your notes, and maybe after all this is over and you're feeling better, you could write an article or book that would help others from going through the same thing!
    That's a good idea. I want to start a patient advocate group. I think patients for all critical diseases need advocates.

    I'm tempted to make a formal complaint to what ever advisory board for medical personnel when I have more information and this is all over.
    Anne
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    Former kitties now in foster care: Nellie aka Eleanor van Fluffytail (at a Cat Cafe), Lady Jane Grey, Bob the Bobtail, and Callie. Kimi has been adopted into another family that understands Siamese. HRH Oliver Woodrow von Katz is in a Sanctuary.

    I'm Homeless, but with resources, and learning to live again.


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    Quote Originally Posted by mrspunkysmom View Post
    That's a good idea. I want to start a patient advocate group. I think patients for all critical diseases need advocates.

    I'm tempted to make a formal complaint to what ever advisory board for medical personnel when I have more information and this is all over.
    You certainly should, there's probably not only one for whatever health plan you have, but certainly someone at the state level as well.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Karen View Post
    You certainly should, there's probably not only one for whatever health plan you have, but certainly someone at the state level as well.
    Patient Advocates or to complain about unprofessional care.
    Anne
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    Former kitties now in foster care: Nellie aka Eleanor van Fluffytail (at a Cat Cafe), Lady Jane Grey, Bob the Bobtail, and Callie. Kimi has been adopted into another family that understands Siamese. HRH Oliver Woodrow von Katz is in a Sanctuary.

    I'm Homeless, but with resources, and learning to live again.


    RIP Timmy (nephew kitty) May 17, 2018, Mr. Spunky (May 10, 2017), Samwise (Dec 2, 2014), Emily (Oct 8, 2013), Rose (Sept 24, 2001), Maggie (Fall 2003)

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    I meant agencies or organizations that one can complain to about medical care, like the Better Business Bureau for businesses ... The American Medical Association, etc.
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    Good Morning (slept till 11) Just hanging out today. Chaperone/friend went to work but afterward will be back to go to dinner.

    Just hanging out today. Could drive automatic but to protect wrist artery I will wait a day or two more, Sunday or Monday.

    One of new docs put no lon term restrictions on me, but asked me to be careful and follow the instructions so I won't reopen artery. That actually includes any repetitive motions like using a mouse and eating with my right hand or even some typing. :eek

    So today I watch some TV and maybe do a little cleaning like picking up after myself.

    How are y'all doing today?
    Anne
    Meowmie to Lucy Lou and Barney, and Aunt to Timmy (RIP)

    Former kitties now in foster care: Nellie aka Eleanor van Fluffytail (at a Cat Cafe), Lady Jane Grey, Bob the Bobtail, and Callie. Kimi has been adopted into another family that understands Siamese. HRH Oliver Woodrow von Katz is in a Sanctuary.

    I'm Homeless, but with resources, and learning to live again.


    RIP Timmy (nephew kitty) May 17, 2018, Mr. Spunky (May 10, 2017), Samwise (Dec 2, 2014), Emily (Oct 8, 2013), Rose (Sept 24, 2001), Maggie (Fall 2003)

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    Stay careful! Do you have a wrist rest so you could use the computer while keeping your wrist relatively immobile?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Karen View Post
    Stay careful! Do you have a wrist rest so you could use the computer while keeping your wrist relatively immobile?
    Thank you, I will.

    I do but it's not big enough. Hands and arms must be more elevated than the wrist rest would make them. Training as a concert pianist has taught me how to type and avoid wrist strain. If you hurt, you are doing it wrong, whether typing or playing piano. That plain and simple. We should sit higher than we do to use a computer. Right now most of the strain is in my left shoulder.

    Still I am trying not to type too much to avoid any repetitive actions. The hand does tire and swell a little. Putting a catheter through the wrist is painful. I take lots of breaks.

    It's the repetitive motions using the mouse that is my downfall. So no mouse for several days.
    Anne
    Meowmie to Lucy Lou and Barney, and Aunt to Timmy (RIP)

    Former kitties now in foster care: Nellie aka Eleanor van Fluffytail (at a Cat Cafe), Lady Jane Grey, Bob the Bobtail, and Callie. Kimi has been adopted into another family that understands Siamese. HRH Oliver Woodrow von Katz is in a Sanctuary.

    I'm Homeless, but with resources, and learning to live again.


    RIP Timmy (nephew kitty) May 17, 2018, Mr. Spunky (May 10, 2017), Samwise (Dec 2, 2014), Emily (Oct 8, 2013), Rose (Sept 24, 2001), Maggie (Fall 2003)

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    Quote Originally Posted by mrspunkysmom View Post
    Thank you, I will.

    I do but it's not big enough. Hands and arms must be more elevated than the wrist rest would make them. Training as a concert pianist has taught me how to type and avoid wrist strain. If you hurt, you are doing it wrong, whether typing or playing piano. That plain and simple. We should sit higher than we do to use a computer. Right now most of the strain is in my left shoulder.

    Still I am trying not to type too much to avoid any repetitive actions. The hand does tire and swell a little. Putting a catheter through the wrist is painful. I take lots of breaks.

    It's the repetitive motions using the mouse that is my downfall. So no mouse for several days.
    Oh, so you need a taller chair? Or a lower desk? Have you tried - just for chuckles - mousing with your other hand? Might be good practice ...
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    Thank you ladies. I gathered that tests can be wrong.

    I'll write more later.
    Anne
    Meowmie to Lucy Lou and Barney, and Aunt to Timmy (RIP)

    Former kitties now in foster care: Nellie aka Eleanor van Fluffytail (at a Cat Cafe), Lady Jane Grey, Bob the Bobtail, and Callie. Kimi has been adopted into another family that understands Siamese. HRH Oliver Woodrow von Katz is in a Sanctuary.

    I'm Homeless, but with resources, and learning to live again.


    RIP Timmy (nephew kitty) May 17, 2018, Mr. Spunky (May 10, 2017), Samwise (Dec 2, 2014), Emily (Oct 8, 2013), Rose (Sept 24, 2001), Maggie (Fall 2003)

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