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MissMillie

(39,703 posts)
Thu Jun 13, 2024, 04:43 PM Jun 2024

Dad, almost 93, being referred to cardiologist

Was having symptoms that necessitated an echocardiogram, which is showing that his heart is only functioning at 25%.

I don't see him every day anymore. He's down in CT w/ my brother.

Would sure love to head down there tonight and watch a Red Sox game with him.

Am I supposed to feel glad to know this, or is it okay to wish that I didn't know?

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Dad, almost 93, being referred to cardiologist (Original Post) MissMillie Jun 2024 OP
Better go now !!!! Karadeniz Jun 2024 #1
There are treatments that can help. Mosby Jun 2024 #2
It is Ok to feel conflicted Alpeduez21 Jun 2024 #3
This message was self-deleted by its author Alpeduez21 Jun 2024 #4
Best of luck to you. multigraincracker Jun 2024 #5

Alpeduez21

(2,071 posts)
3. It is Ok to feel conflicted
Thu Jun 13, 2024, 05:00 PM
Jun 2024

There is a lot going on. Personally, I wanted to know everything about my Dad during his later years. I want to know everything that is currently going on with me Mum. Sometimes the information causes worry and strife. I’m usually great full to know. I’m sorry your Dad is having these issues

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