My dad has been very weak and short of breath recently and was scheduled for a cardiac catheterization Friday morning. It showed that his heart is only working at 25% and the pressures in his heart are quite high, and so was his blood pressure.
They ended up admitting him to the heart center for monitoring and trying some new medications.
In spite of feeling pretty crummy, he continues to smile and joke with the staff, and has the nurses all loving him! He's a blessing for sure!
When we went up on Saturday we were happy to see the sparkle back in his eyes. He'd even been up for a short walk and his blood pressure was much improved. At this time they think he may be able to go home on Monday.
Thanks for your prayers for him. I'm hoping to report he's back home soon.
He does look good in that picture and grandkids will do that for you. Sure hope to hear he got to go home on Monday. Prayers lifted and will continue!
ReplyDeleteHoping the change of meds helps your dad Mari. I am sure the nurses love his sweet smile.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that your father ended up in hospital but glad to hear he is doing much better.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear your Dad is some better and might get to go home today. Hoping the new meds will work and keep him well.
ReplyDeleteOh no!!! I am so sorry….hoping he feels better each day my friend. smiles
ReplyDeletePrayers continue for your dad, Mari. And, yes, grandkids are always a joy. Hallie could put the sparkle back in her granddad's eyes, for sure.
ReplyDeleteI hope he's feeling better and on his way home today.
ReplyDeletePrayers for your dad!
ReplyDeleteReminds me of how the nurses loved my dad too....so special to have parents who are kind even when feeling crummy.
ReplyDeleteHope to hear he’s back home soon!
Your dad is in my thoughts and prayers, Mari
ReplyDeleteTo be feeling so crummy, he looks really good. We will be praying for him. 25% doesn't sound like much. I hope they can get help for him.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad the doctors got him sorted out. It's too bad he had to feel poorly but now he's on the mend. What a sweet face he has! xoxo
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