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Topic: Remember My Dad
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1292
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-03-2003 04:23 PM
   
Just found out today he will be having triple bypass surgery this Friday morning. He went for a routine stress test a week or so ago and they decided to look around today. They said that if they found anything they would more than likely be able to angioplasty it or put in a stint. Thank goodness for preventative checkups because he has 3 arteries 95% blocked and calcium deposits on a valve so they are going to replace that. Talk about floored. All we could do was sit there with our mouths hanging open.Funny thing is that he had absolutely no problems. No chest pains, no shortness of breath, no weird fatigue, no high cholesterol, no weight problem, no nothing. He'll be 64 in April. ------------------
David G.
1969 Mustang Sportsroof
2003 Black Mustang Mach I
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adragon8u
Gearhead Posts: 1658
From: Oceano, Ca.
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 12-03-2003 04:27 PM
Sorry to hear about that Dave. Not the most comforting news. My best wishes go out to you and your family. I hope it all turns out well.
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johnmustang
Gearhead Posts: 4930
From: British Columbia , Canada
Registered: Nov 2001
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posted 12-03-2003 04:32 PM
Hope all works out for your dad.------------------
JOHN
65 FASTBACK 2+2.....14.44 @ 107mph 1/4
87 TAURUS WAGON
03 F150 XLT SUPER CREW 4X4 SHORT BOX
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 18727
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-03-2003 04:49 PM
we will be think of your DaD and Family.
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-03-2003 05:39 PM
Please give him our best wishes! ------------------
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'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1292
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-04-2003 10:37 PM
Thanks guys. I'll let you know how it goes tomorrow. Still kinda wierd feeling. Hard to believe Daddy isn't superman.
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Mustang Tally
Gearhead Posts: 2750
From: Winston Salem, NC
Registered: May 2000
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posted 12-04-2003 10:47 PM
Dave, it is amazing how these Drs. can find things without a symptom presenting itself...Go to Dr. with an ache or pain and with tests they find something entirely different from what you suspected...and as with your Dad, no symptoms at all... Just thank the Lord that they found what they needed in order to help him...(My neighbor's mom in having a triple by-pass at 8 am tomorrow...) Wishes to your Dad for a speedy recovery are on their way...
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1_ZoNiE
Gearhead Posts: 614
From: Arizona - M&M Member No. 1968 & Owner/Driver of a 1968 Mustang Coupe! ~Happiness is Matching Numbers~
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-05-2003 07:59 AM
David,I hope for the very best outcome for your Father. ------------------
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1292
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-05-2003 09:54 PM
Well, as it turns out he needed 5 bypasses along with the valve replacement. We got to see him briefly after the sugery then they had to take him back in to fix a leak in one of the grafts. Now all is well. Cant think of anything I'd rather have for Christmas. Thanks again for the well wishes.
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falcon64
Gearhead Posts: 202
From: Pa.
Registered: May 2003
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posted 12-06-2003 09:15 AM
This is a little late, but glad to hear all went well and I'll pray for a speedy recovery. 
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 35449
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 12-06-2003 09:22 AM
Glad to hear he's getting through it ok. 5 bypasses, huh? Damn!------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 Open
'70 Mustang Convertible 250 I6/3 speed/2.79 Open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Loc
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
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Ken
Gearhead Posts: 4172
From: Prospect, Ct. M&M Member No. 31 MCA Member 49299
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 12-06-2003 09:37 AM
Damn Dave, sounds like the only thing they didn't replace was the gear ratio  I hope his recovery is speedy and trouble free  ------------------
What makes men chase women they have no intention of marrying?
The same urge that makes dogs chase cars they have no intention of driving. Ken
1965 Springtime Yellow Coupe - 302GT40-4spd
Edlebrock RPM Air Gap - 670cfm Holley Street Avenger
Roller Cam - Duration 282'/282' @ 050 220'/220' lift 0.512
and much, MUCH MORE !!!
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1292
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-06-2003 10:24 AM
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Originally posted by Ken:
Damn Dave, sounds like the only thing they didn't replace was the gear ratio I hope his recovery is speedy and trouble free
That's about it. No damage or disease in the heart muscle and the Dr. said he shouldn't have to worry about anything for 35 to 40 years. That should get him to 98 years old or so. Everything is on track now. They got him out of bed and let him walk a few steps and sit up in a recliner for an hour or so early this morning. He should be home by Tuesday and getting around on his own by Christmas day. Hey Steve - That's exactly what we said...
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johnmustang
Gearhead Posts: 4930
From: British Columbia , Canada
Registered: Nov 2001
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posted 12-06-2003 01:20 PM
Happy to hear that all has turned out O.K., like you said "the best X-mas gift you could get"------------------
JOHN
65 FASTBACK 2+2.....14.44 @ 107mph 1/4
87 TAURUS WAGON
03 F150 XLT SUPER CREW 4X4 SHORT BOX
Member:Vancouver Island Mustang Association
M&M #1710
65 FASTBACK
2003 F150 XLT SUPER CREW 4X4
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adragon8u
Gearhead Posts: 1658
From: Oceano, Ca.
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 12-06-2003 02:27 PM
Great news Dave. Glad all worked out well.------------------
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 13090
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 12-06-2003 02:32 PM
Sorry I missed this post Dave, Glad he's doing better.
He's lucky to have such a caring son too.------------------
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69 Sportsroof
Gearhead Posts: 1292
From: Valley, Alabama, USA
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 12-09-2003 05:19 PM
Thanks for all the well wishes folks. He came home today. Amazing. Dr said he was fine and would get more rest at home than in the Hospital.
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