Ron Johnson Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 (edited) Apparently had a big heart attack over three weeks ago which I thought the pain at the time across chest was from lifting. Went into hospital on Apr. 28 due to breathing problems. They did every possible test and told me I had a heart attack and then rushed me to a larger hospital in another city over an hr away. The following Mon. they did an angio on me and put in a stint into my left front valve. Although blockage was opened damage to the bottom left of heart had already been done and is only operating at 38% capacity. I'll know within four months if medication strengthens the heart muscles. In the mean time I'm back home and today is the first time I managed to do a little scrolling. So now I know the felling of being given a second chance. God sometimes works in mysterious ways. Sorry, my brain must be out to lunch. Posted in wrong spot. Edited May 12, 2017 by Ron Johnson JOE_M, danny, 125 CSL and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjR Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Hope you are getting better. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Hey Ron, I though you were bragging about your malady! But seriously, make sure you take care of your ticker, it's the only one you have. And we want you around for a long time! Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aggie Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Take it easy and give it time to get better before you try to much. Wish you all the best !!!!! Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Yikes. That's a wake up call. Get better soon Ron. Rob Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Blimey Ron been though it then. My friend had the same issues but they said he couldn't have stents and had a double bypass instead he's fitter than me now just amazing what they can do now. Take it steady. Roly Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blights69 Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Take it easy Ron do only what your body says no more hope your meds do what they are designed for . Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 You've been thru some rough times,but it sounds as if you have weathered the Storm.Take good care Ron. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 hope that your recovery goes well Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Ron, glad you are doing better and I hope you continue to mend. That had to be scary. You will certainly be in my thoughts. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Ron, follow the doctors orders and get well soon ! Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montserrat Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Get well soon! Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordster Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Hi Ron,sorry to hear.I had a heart attack in 2000,so it's been 17 years. You have to watch your diet and do things in moderation.Nothing too strenuous. I know what you are going through.I was afraid to walk and afraid not to walk. I got depressed of it but time took care of that.When I passed 2nd stress test, it gave me a big boost just to know I was on the mend. Bottom line..do things but do not over do it. Take care and be well friend. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted May 12, 2017 Report Share Posted May 12, 2017 Ron glad you are on the mend. I think the root of the problem is that you use a scraper instead of a sander.......I've heard that sawdust helps strengthen the heart. Just kidding. Time to retire and scroll. Will be thinkin of you. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Hoping you are recovering nicely. Take the time to get as healthy as possible. DW Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjweb Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 I have been down that road 6 years ago, the neat thing is laying there watching then fish that wire thing on up to your heart on the monitor, but I am doing great, RJ Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bfreeman Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Good luck to you Ron hope you are and will continue feeling better. Bill Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy Old Bear Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 I've also been through this, only I had 4 by passes. I went to the doctor because of back pain and after some testing I was told I had had at least significant heart attacks. The surgery didn't hurt as much as not being able to go into the shop. My chest incision didn't heal properly, so I was banned from the shop for almost 3 months. I hope you heal quickly and painlessly. Happy scrolling. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
125 CSL Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Living through a cardiac event is worth bragging about. Good to hear you are better. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 22 hours ago, Ron Johnson said: Apparently had a big heart attack over three weeks ago which I thought the pain at the time across chest was from lifting. Went into hospital on Apr. 28 due to breathing problems. They did every possible test and told me I had a heart attack and then rushed me to a larger hospital in another city over an hr away. The following Mon. they did an angio on me and put in a stint into my left front valve. Although blockage was opened damage to the bottom left of heart had already been done and is only operating at 38% capacity. I'll know within four months if medication strengthens the heart muscles. In the mean time I'm back home and today is the first time I managed to do a little scrolling. So now I know the felling of being given a second chance. God sometimes works in mysterious ways. Sorry, my brain must be out to lunch. Posted in wrong spot. Not your time to go i see ,welcome back friend .you've got lots of wood to scroll before you go so let's get busy and thank the Lord for another day in paradise! Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted May 13, 2017 Report Share Posted May 13, 2017 Ron I am so glad that you are on the mend. Please take things slowly, one baby step at a time, we want you here for a long time to come. And remember we are thinking and praying for you. Marg Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Johnson Posted May 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2017 I thank you all for the kind comments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbrowning Posted May 14, 2017 Report Share Posted May 14, 2017 You take it easy Ron and get better. Jim Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfie Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 Hope your doing better take care Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munzieb Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 Glad to hear you are doing better. Get well Soon. Ron Johnson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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