Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Chris' Test Results...Asking For Continued Prayers

Chris received a call back from the cardiologist this afternoon regarding the results of his stress test. Apparently, there are two areas of concern. The doctor said that he was able to stay on the treadmill for 18 mins. without too much stress on his heart, indicating that he's in very good physical shape. However, the EKG reading showed indications of possibly two blockages. We're going in on Monday afternoon to meet with the cardiologist. He told Chris that he has two options. They can just watch and wait and see if anything arises, or he can undergo a heart cath. to determine if, in fact, blockages are present. Taking into consideration that his brother had quintuple bypass surgery at the age of 40, we've pretty much decided to go ahead and proceed with the heart cath. if the doctor recommends doing so.

I will definitely update you as we learn more on Monday. In the meanwhile, please keep Chris close in your prayers. He feels very frustrated that something might have happened even though he's always been very active and exercises on a daily basis. Thank you all so much!


April
April

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21 comments:

Unknown said...

I will be praying for you all. Strength of Steal, my friend.

Unknown said...

You and your family are in my prayers!

hugs

Carrie

Kim's Treasures said...

Like my hubby's doctor says...no matter how much he exercises...there's no changing your genes. Of course, the exercise helps but sometimes your genes trump that. I agree with your decision to do the heart cath. You don't want to be on vacation or somewhere far from home and your doctor and have something big happen.

Hugs and prayers!
Kim

Anonymous said...

Oh, April, you all must be under so much stress. I will keep Chris in my prayers and pray for your families continued strength and faith.
((Hugs))
Laurie Anne

Jodi said...

I'm praying, my friend. And for you and the girls too! Love ya!

jules said...

Stay strong....prayers for Chris.

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Sweetie pie, I hope and pray that Chris will be just fine. I am asking the Lord for that for all of you!

XO,

Sheila

Anonymous said...

I will pray and pray. So scary. And sad.

Denise said...

Praying without ceasing.

Linda said...

Praying, praying, praying!

Rebecca Jo said...

I'm marking this down right now in my prayer journal! I know you have to be anxious about it all - so I'll be sure to add you as well!

Hugs!!!

Lindsay-ann said...

Hi April
I am so sorry to hear this. I will pray for Chris and for you too. Please keep us updated. Sending a hug.
Lindsay
x

Mamarazzi said...

prayers going up now. we will continue to pray or your family!!

SmilingSally said...

I had a heart cath. done once; it's a simple test/surgery and the recovery is quick. I will pray that Chris will come through with flying colors!

Shelley said...

You have my prayers! My best friend is a nurse in the cath lab and she said sometimes you just can't do anything about genes. Hoping your hubby gets through this quickly and your minds are all put at ease!

Robin Beck said...

So glad he went in and got the test! Most people don't know how important getting a stress test is.
Thank God Chris did! I will pray for him (and you sweetie!)

Robin~♥

April said...

I just wanted to let you all know how much your prayers and kind words mean...THANK YOU!!!

Daphine said...

Oh friend,
Will definitely start praying for you guys!

Debra Kaye said...

Definitely praying, my friend. Please keep me posted. I would definitely opt for the cath just as a precaution after what I've been through.

Queenie Jeannie said...

Tons of prayers and good wishes for you all! I know it's scary but I agree it's better to know what you're facing. Hugs!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Praying all will be okay!