Hello Everyone,
I was diagnosed with an ascending aorta dilation of 4.1.
It was found during my first lung scan after my lobectomy, after that I had an MRA. I did do some research, some frightening, however I as well read up on what I can do.
My cardiologist who ordered the MRA said I will have them yearly, along with seeing him regularly for check ups etc.
He put me on a beta blocker, and just after my lobectomy he put me on blood pressure meds… as it went up after surgery. He had recently put me on cholesterol meds, it’s way down now along with my blood pressure.
He also recommended diet and exercise. No heavy lifting. Losing some weight as well. He said go live my life 😊
I eat mostly plant based… but now even more. And 98% vegetarian, I do have and enjoy salmon often.
Any consumption of saturated fat and sugar is in the past. Sodium intake is low. I’ve made many changes, so, gone is my favorite food group (ice cream !) lol oh well, I’m more interested in health and I’m losing weight.
I’ve switched to decaf coffee and tea.
Exercise is either walking or recumbent bicycle at least 30 minutes daily. I will be learning to meditate as well.
These health issues have been challenging me in many ways, just wrapping my mind around it all, it still feels unreal at times.
I’m grateful too, grateful my lung cancer was found early, no lymph node involvement, no chemotherapy etc was needed.
That first scan was as well clear. I’m very lucky that this dilation was found, I’d rather know than not know… to just be aware, how fortunate I am.
When I do think about all this at times it can still feel scary though as I’m human… but I remind myself just what I share with others to help them cope, that when I have a “what if “ thought, I answer it with “I’ll deal with that when and if I have to then.”
If anyone here has any suggestions, I think I’m ready to learn more, lol ?!
Thank you in advance.
Hugs 🤗 Daisy