wes
Well-known member
Well, it's been exactly 2 years since undergoing AVR and the good news is my heart is looking great! My latest echo showed great results and the arrhythmia I had a few weeks ago has subsided.
Now for the bad news. My lungs have taken a beating this past year and my asthma is out of control. Funny thing is, it started from this April for the first time in my life, so of course I thought it was heart related at first (phew)
Anyway, most of you will remember that I spent my 1 year anniversary on top of a 10,000ft peak, but this year I opted for a more leisurely 5km stroll to a nearby waterfall.
I'm not exactly sure what's triggering the attacks but it's most likely related to my allergies (dust mites, ragweed, cedar, cypress, cats, mold spores, and orchard grass). Anyone got a new pair of lungs I can have?
I've found a good specialist who speaks decent English and am taking preventative meds. I also try to go swimming as much as possible when my energy level allows it.
I'm trying to stay positive through it all, and will continue to dream of the day when I can make it back up to 10,000ft.
Now for the bad news. My lungs have taken a beating this past year and my asthma is out of control. Funny thing is, it started from this April for the first time in my life, so of course I thought it was heart related at first (phew)
Anyway, most of you will remember that I spent my 1 year anniversary on top of a 10,000ft peak, but this year I opted for a more leisurely 5km stroll to a nearby waterfall.
I'm not exactly sure what's triggering the attacks but it's most likely related to my allergies (dust mites, ragweed, cedar, cypress, cats, mold spores, and orchard grass). Anyone got a new pair of lungs I can have?
I've found a good specialist who speaks decent English and am taking preventative meds. I also try to go swimming as much as possible when my energy level allows it.
I'm trying to stay positive through it all, and will continue to dream of the day when I can make it back up to 10,000ft.