When Bill went through Congestive Heart Failure Oct. 2017, we were told "call us if he gains 3 pounds". He's been on Prednisone for his lungs and has gained 18 pounds. If 3 pounds is critical, what in the world is 18 pounds doing to his heart? So...we called and asked for a "today" appointment with his cardiologist.
We love our cardiologist! He's practical and calmed us down immediately. Apparently there's "weight gain" and "weight gain due to fluid". Thankfully he ordered a BNP test which came back with a really good number which means "no heart failure".
"Thankful" (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) by MTSOfan
We're so thankful that we asked for help and advice! If you need a good cardiologist (& staff), we have a referral!
Thanks for visiting ~ Reia
3 comments:
Reia, thank you for sharing this. Sometimes, it takes courage to ask for help. I am glad things checked out good for Bill. You are such a blessing to others with your words and music.
Marilyn
Thank you for sharing, Ms. Reia. I wasn’t brave enough to ask help but i learned that there are things that i can’t do all by myself. God bless you and Bill.
Aww - what sweet words from both of you! I love you both and you're both such a blessing in my life! Reia
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