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TripperFan · 06-23-2005, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

My father called a little while ago. He said that his blood pressure was like 800 or something. Which is extremely high. The norm is 120/80. The doc currently has him at around 200.

OMG - I didn't know blood pressure could even get that high! Hopefully they can get it under control soon.

Fred Gwynne Fan · 06-23-2005, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

Well, they tested my father about 25 different ways, and the doc's say he has hypertension, and also diabetes (we already knew about the diabetes). They said he did not suffer a heart attack, but he is staying overnight at the hospital.

Things are looking on the up and up!!!

You got my prayers, pal!!
Glad to hear there's some improvement.
Keep a positive outlook, #1. They can treat all kind of thing these days that people didn't survive years ago.
Still, I know it can be scary. For all the family.
Hope to hear from you soon here on the board, my friend.

Fleet · 06-23-2005, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

My father called a little while ago. He said that his blood pressure was like 800 or something. Which is extremely high. The norm is 120/80. The doc currently has him at around 200.

800?!? I don't think bp (blood pressure) can go that high! Back in 1991, my dad had a stroke- his blood pressure was 190/110. Luckily, the stroke did not cause a disability and he was up and around pretty quick.

Regarding your father... was atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries due to plaque build up) mentioned? An angioplasty would help in that case. Or was arteriosclerosis (abnormal thickening and hardening of the arterial walls resulting in the loss of elasticity) mentioned?
Did his doctor mention was caused the angina?
My mom has had an angioplasty done (4 different ones, actually) due to atherosclerosis and she does have arteriosclerosis for which she takes blood thinning meds, and I also give her the herb ginko biloba, as well as extra vitamin B-1.

Being curious about almost everything, I have read up on health and medicine and have read much about anatomy and disorders of the heart and brain (and teeth, from personal experience).
Going by what you described, I'm sure your father is on medication to keep the blood pressure lower; maybe meds to prevent or stop angina episodes (probably nitroglycerin).

TripperFan · 06-23-2005, 07:24 PM

You're right on the money there Fleet (I too, have a particular interest in different medical conditions).

My 84 yr old aunt was just in hospital for an angioplasty a couple of weeks ago. They were going to do the anigioplasty and stent, but when they got in there, it turned out there was enough of a compensation, that they felt they could just treat it with meds. She was having chest pains and shortness of breath, but once they got the meds going she's feeling much better.

You guys might also want to check out the thread "Into Each Life" on the Dick Van Dyke board. It was posted by SawgrassSteve, a great member who's only 44 and is having to face bypass surgery very soon. Hardening of the arterties is common in African-Americans and his posts are quite interesting. We might also want to wish him well - he seems to be a great guy.

Fleet · 06-23-2005, 07:49 PM

That's true, sometimes they think a patient needs an angioplasty, then when they actually get in there, they find it's not necessary. Stents were used on 3 of 4 arteries on my mom.

Yeah, needing a bypass at 44 is very rare. From what I've read, if possible, choose an angioplasty instead of bypass. The former is much less involved and easier for the patient.
My mom had the choice of either for the 3 arteries which needed it. One of my brothers and an Aunt thought she should have the bypass. I convinced them toward angioplasty.

Munsters#1 · 06-23-2005, 09:30 PM

I know for sure that he does not need surgery. He is going on medication to control his b/p, and should be home this Saturday, or very very soon!

I don't think it was 800, I think he was just joking around, he always loves to kid. Even when he's sick, he always loves to kid.

His sugar-count was also very high, he's gonna have to watch every single thing he eats, now.

TV DVD Fan · 06-23-2005, 09:44 PM

host a bon voyage party for him bigger then a munster bash! congrats!

pat

Fleet · 06-23-2005, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

I know for sure that he does not need surgery. He is going on medication to control his b/p, and should be home this Saturday, or very very soon!

I don't think it was 800, I think he was just joking around, he always loves to kid. Even when he's sick, he always loves to kid.

His sugar-count was also very high, he's gonna have to watch every single thing he eats, now.

That's good to hear! He's very lucky that he doesn't need surgery.

Yeah, I think blood vessels would burst with an 800 reading! However, I've heard of people who have cholesterol readings at 600 or 700. (Desired is 200 and lower.)

He will probably have his blood sugar checked regularly.

Munsters#1 · 06-23-2005, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TV DVD Fan

host a bon voyage party for him bigger then a munster bash! congrats!

pat

Bon Voyage means "goodbye"

, I think you mean a "welcome home" party?

TripperFan · 06-23-2005, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

I know for sure that he does not need surgery. He is going on medication to control his b/p, and should be home this Saturday, or very very soon!

I don't think it was 800, I think he was just joking around, he always loves to kid. Even when he's sick, he always loves to kid.

His sugar-count was also very high, he's gonna have to watch every single thing he eats, now.

Oh - o.k. - I wondered!!! I thought the guy was the Incredible Hulk or something for a minute there!

Glad to hear he's doing better. Once he gets used to the diabetic diet, it really isn't so bad. I've had some recipes from it (and I'm the biggest sugar and fat addict going) and they've been delicious. Just a drag at first in the lifestyle change I guess.

Munsters#1 · 06-23-2005, 10:59 PM

Don't worry. I'm gonna make sure Mom and Me keep a close watch on him and watch what he eats.

TV DVD Fan · 06-24-2005, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Munsters#1

Bon Voyage means "goodbye"

, I think you mean a "welcome home" party?

crap, oh yeah. damn, ive been so dazed lately

pat

Munsters#1 · 06-25-2005, 11:27 AM

Well, I am proud to announce that my father returned home today. He lost a bit of weight. All he wanted to do was take a shower and sleep.

I sure as hell am glad he's home!

A.P. · 06-25-2005, 12:58 PM

Great news!! Glad to hear he is home and over this crisis. Take good care of him, nothing like that special relationship between a boy and his Dad!

....John (A.P.)

Munsters#1 · 06-25-2005, 01:35 PM

Thank you, A.P.

06-23-2005, 09:44 PM	#22
TV DVD Fan Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 07, 2005 Posts: 2,602	host a bon voyage party for him bigger then a munster bash! congrats! pat
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06-25-2005, 11:27 AM	#28
Munsters#1 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 29, 2004 Posts: 2,928	DAY OF VICTORY!!! Well, I am proud to announce that my father returned home today. He lost a bit of weight. All he wanted to do was take a shower and sleep. I sure as hell am glad he's home!

06-23-2005, 07:24 PM	#19
TripperFan In God's Arms Now Forum Star Join Date: Sep 14, 2003 Location: Heartbreak Ridge Posts: 12,086	You're right on the money there Fleet (I too, have a particular interest in different medical conditions). My 84 yr old aunt was just in hospital for an angioplasty a couple of weeks ago. They were going to do the anigioplasty and stent, but when they got in there, it turned out there was enough of a compensation, that they felt they could just treat it with meds. She was having chest pains and shortness of breath, but once they got the meds going she's feeling much better. You guys might also want to check out the thread "Into Each Life" on the Dick Van Dyke board. It was posted by SawgrassSteve, a great member who's only 44 and is having to face bypass surgery very soon. Hardening of the arterties is common in African-Americans and his posts are quite interesting. We might also want to wish him well - he seems to be a great guy.

06-23-2005, 07:49 PM	#20
Fleet Mansions, limousines & H-ween Forum Star Join Date: Jan 06, 2002 Location: Northridge/Porter Ranch, California Posts: 15,625	That's true, sometimes they think a patient needs an angioplasty, then when they actually get in there, they find it's not necessary. Stents were used on 3 of 4 arteries on my mom. Yeah, needing a bypass at 44 is very rare. From what I've read, if possible, choose an angioplasty instead of bypass. The former is much less involved and easier for the patient. My mom had the choice of either for the 3 arteries which needed it. One of my brothers and an Aunt thought she should have the bypass. I convinced them toward angioplasty.

06-23-2005, 09:30 PM	#21
Munsters#1 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 29, 2004 Posts: 2,928	I know for sure that he does not need surgery. He is going on medication to control his b/p, and should be home this Saturday, or very very soon! I don't think it was 800, I think he was just joking around, he always loves to kid. Even when he's sick, he always loves to kid. His sugar-count was also very high, he's gonna have to watch every single thing he eats, now.

06-23-2005, 10:59 PM	#26
Munsters#1 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 29, 2004 Posts: 2,928	Don't worry. I'm gonna make sure Mom and Me keep a close watch on him and watch what he eats.

06-25-2005, 12:58 PM	#29
A.P. Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 04, 2004 Posts: 121	Great news!! Glad to hear he is home and over this crisis. Take good care of him, nothing like that special relationship between a boy and his Dad! ....John (A.P.)

06-25-2005, 01:35 PM	#30
Munsters#1 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 29, 2004 Posts: 2,928	Thank you, A.P.