A Heart That Survived, My Personal Trial

For me, it all started a year ago in May. May 16, 2003 to be exact.The thread mill was rolling, and I was feeling fine. Then my Doctorasked,"how do you feel Mr. Williams"? I'm fine Doc, I answered.nnLittle did I know that this would be a life changing exprience for meand my family.nnFifteen minuets later after a little more speed, and elevation on thethread mill. I was now begining to feel the effects of the increased speed. "How you feeling now Mr. Williams", she(my doctor)asked. "I'm Ok doctor" I replied. Her reply, and much to my surprised was, "well, that's not what the machine (EKG)is telling me".nnIn that one single moment depression set in. although I didn't recognize it for what it was until much much later, I knew something was different.nnFirst, I was confused. What is she telling me? What's she trying to say?What does this mean? There had been no problems with my health before.nn Medication HistorynI had been on a very popular "Atorvastatin" drug for over 4 years, and ablood pressure drug for over 10 years. Both were low dosage medication.My physical exams were done annually without fail. My Employer, and because of my job position (high stress)it was a requirement.nnSo what had happened. For me, there were no answers.nnNow here I am uncertain of the future, with very few options.nn Stents ImplantsnGuess what, three days and two stent implants later, I was told to takeit easy for a couple of weeks, no heavy lifting, or strenuous activities.Fine, I thought. I can handle that.nn Heart SurgerynFive weeks later things are not going well at all. A return to the doctorindicates that the stent implants had collapsed, and open heart surgerywas necessary NOW. Too alarmed to be afraid, my reaction was, oh hell! here we go again.nnI hadn't abused my body, my health was always good/excellent. So what hashappened here.nnThe prognosis, plaque build up in the blood vessels leading to the heart.The heart is strong and in good condition.nnHere I am 10 months later with a triple by-pass inside my chest, havingcompleted Cardiac Rehabilitation, and wondering "how did I allow some-thing like this to happen.nn Reality ChecknLooking back, I assumed I had done a good job of caring for my health....one meal a day, regular exercise, life time non-smoker, moderate useof alcohol, no drug use, and no weight problems. It was all beyond myunderstanding.nnFinally it dawned on me, I had done everything right with one excepttion,I failed at montoring the type of food I ate.nn The High Cost Of HealthnNeedless to say my medical cost and hospital bills were staggering to saythe least.nnI've gone from two prscription drugs a day to six (6) prescription drugsand two supplements. However, the cost of my medications is WAY DOWN, thanks to an ONLINE PHARMACY. It keeps me from going broke on myprescription drugs.nn A Few Do's And Don'ts For Your Healthn...Do have your physical examinations done regularly.n...Do take your prescription drugs and supplements as required.n...Do listen to your DoctornnThe Moral is: Don't Take Your Health For Granted.nnRegular exercise, and taking your medication is the first line of defense and wins hands down everytime.nnThis article written by winston williamsn+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++nAuthor:winston williams has helped many consumers of prescriptiondrugs find affordable FDA Approved medications without charge.n"Discount Prescription Drugs For The Frugal Consumer"Visit: http://www.prescription-drugs-plus.comcontact me Mailto:winston@prescription-drugs-plus.comn+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++