Almark Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Hi folks, I haven't been about for a while as I've been poorly. I was suddenly caught short of breath and knew it was serious, so I sought help immediately. Long story short - I had numerous blood clots in my lungs. I had a DVT over 10 years ago and my left calf keeps calving clots. Every so often my left calf swells ups and I need help. This time I was VERY lucky; my left calf didn't swell up to give me any warning, but the clots were small enough to pass through the heart without giving me a heart attack and big enough to get stuck in my lungs. If they had been smaller they may have travelled up to my brain and given me a stroke. The consultant admitted that the hospital and my doctor should have put me on blood thinning drugs many years ago, and that they both missed at least 2 opportunities to do this. So; I am now on a new drug that prevents clots from forming, and I will be on this for ever more. I have been taking it easy the past while, but I hope to get back in to PTE shortly. Santa is, I hope, bringing me a decent microphone. I need to add narration to a number of existing shows and one new one. May I wish you all a Happy Christmas... Mark Belfast, Northern Ireland. Quote
Lin Evans Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Sorry to hear that Mark, but happy you didn't suffer a more serious attack. Nice to have you back and you and your family have a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year!! Best regards, Lin Quote
JudyKay Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Mark, I am sorry you have not been well. God bless you and may you have a merry Christmas and much better health next year! JK Quote
Guest Yachtsman1 Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Hi Mark My Wife & I have both been on Clopidogrel for a couple of years, I was also on Aspirin. 2 weeks ago the Pharmacist rang to say I no longer needed to take Clopidogrel, which I thought strange as I had been told originally I would have to take it for the rest of my life, so I insisted on this being confirmed by my Doctor. Eventually the Doctor rang & we discussed the two drugs, one of which is expensive, & which was the one they told me I didn't need. Eventually after I related my medical history, the Doctor agreed I should keep taking the Clopidogrel & stop the Aspirin. I got the distinct impression that someone was trying to cut down the costs to the government of prescription drugs. Keep taking the tablets. Eric Yachtsman1. Quote
Lakelandlass Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Hello Mark Really sorry to hear about your ill health but hope you are now on the road to recovery and will soon be out and about with your camera doing what you love. Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. Maureen Quote
nelson Posted December 17, 2015 Report Posted December 17, 2015 Good luck Mark, I always find your shows and photography inspirational. Kieron Quote
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