Well, I went to the doctor yesterday because I have been having problems with my asthma. So the doctor examines me and asks me some questions. I was there forever! I just switched doctors so this was my first visit. Everyone was so nice and helpful. They all seemed sincerely concerned. Now, I know that this is for my own well-being but they want me to see two more doctors before they will let me have my surgery! What?? I have been cleared on all my pre-op testing and now she says that she won't allow the surgery to continue because of my family history of heart problems and my asthma not being controlled. Ok, the asthma thing I totally understand. I must see a Pulmonologist today so that he can get me on some meds to control this "beast" within me. Tomorrow I have to go see a heart specialist! What?? I did an EKG and it was fine. I have never had heart problems. Well, maybe I should be thankful for having a doctor that cares. I guess I just want this so bad, it upsets me to think that I may not be able to go in for surgery yet. I have worked so hard to get to this point and now this? I am appreciative that this new doctor really cares and has taken these measurements for my saftey, I just hate that this all has to happen now. She said that I was in bad condition and that asthma being as bad as mine is, could be FATAL!!!! Fatal??:tt1: No one has ever told me that before! That word hit me like a ton of bricks! All I know is that I don't want to die on the operating table, so please pray that in these next 7 days before my surgery, things will come together with my health. I would really appreciate everyones support and prayers. :laugh:

Edited October 8, 200817 yr by rulooknatme

That is why they are having you go to a heart doctor. You need cardiac clearance to have anesthesia and its nothing to toy with. It is entirely possible to have a normal EKG and still have a serious heart problem. All the EKG does is measure the electrical conduction through the heart. Not the health of the muscle itself. Not the size of the heart, the ejection fraction, not potential blockages etc.

You have likely been overweight a long time. A little longer in order to make sure the surgery is safe for you is a wise move. Be thankful you have a thorough doctor who is going to make sure this is the right move for you. I know it is frustrating, but if anesthesia could be fatal for you, far better to find out now.

I needed a cardiac clearance and needed to stay in the hospital post op a bit longer due to my breathing. Be thankful you have a great doctor that is being so thorough. Getting YOU healthy is most important right now (know that's disappointing), the surgery can come any time. Keep your chin up and have faith. It will all work out! :-)