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Eric Camil posted an update

2 years ago (November 3, 2023)

Any information on how long after open heart surgery your pulse should stay high? My pulse was about 75 I am six weeks pistol up and running just above 90. Thank you.

Jeff Williams

My rehab nurse (30 years in cardiac rehab) says that it's usually around 3 months when it starts to come down for whatever reason. Mine was almost dead on that number, still higher than pre surgery but way down from what it was right after.

Eric Camil posted an update

2 years ago (November 2, 2023)

Well, I had a six bypass heart surgery September 22nd. Blood pressure dropped the next day. They gave me 3 units of blood, and cut me open again. Said a blood clot was causing the problem. I have been home for five weeks. Awesome proverbs 31 wife caring for me.... Read more.

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Iona Macintosh

Gosh youâ€™ve been through the mill! You must be made of strong stuff & have an amazing will to live! Keep going! sending love & strength to you & your darling caring wife xx

Pamela Gregory

Hi Eric, glad you came to visit us Heart Valve Warriors! Sounds like you are finally on the mend. Take is slow and steady, listen to your body. I would think there are a lot of similar things you experience since the surgery goes in the same way (except for... Read more.

Ana Brusso

Hello Eric, you have come through a lot and Iâ€™m glad you are on the mends. Cardiac Rehab should help you recover and make you strong. Continued good health and recovery â¤ï¸â€ðŸ©¹ God bless you and your caring wife. ðŸ™â¤ï¸