Warning Signs!
August 2010 - Had my annual physical at my family doctor - everything OK.
September 2010 - Feeling tired -though it was my schedule & age - 57!
October 2010 - Had trouble mowing the yard, had to stop to catch my breath! Blamed it on my asthma! Also, at my job, walking around school & up & down steps was getting difficult - thought I must get in better shape!
November 2010 - Had more issues! Had trouble raking leaves, cutting grass, walking up steps! I new what was happening, but thought it is last year of teaching - NEED to FINISH!!! I had tightness in my chest, not pain. Was tired! Steps were difficult! Before I called the doctor I needed to try my walk around my neighborhood!
Tried to walk, but could not get up hills without stopping! If I made it home, I would call my wife & tell her - and then call my wife!
Next day at family doctor, sent me for a heart cath! 3 major blockages! 99%, 60%, 50%! I need OPEN HEART BY-PASS SURGERY!
DO NOT WAIT! If you have any signs - GET TO A DOCTOR!
I WAS LUCKY! I WAS STUPID! I COULD HAVE WAITED TOOOOOO LONG!!!!
Here are some websites to visit for advice!
American Heart Association
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
Mayo Clinic - Heart Attack Warnings
Signs & Symptoms of Heart Attacks
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