It is official

[JudyJudyJudy 7]

I will not have surgery until my blood pressure is under control.

Today, I went to the Dr. and had it checked again, it was still 170/110

so I have ways to go before I'll be ready for surgery. It may take a

month to get it regulated. So I'm out for November. Maybe by Dec. 1st I'll be eligible. So I'll be cutting back on my salt, eating lean meat, veggies, and fruities. Avoiding anything white, and walking a mile a day. So, there it is in black & white. I have a weeks vacation, so I"m taking it now, and I'll be back at work Saturday. Although I'm disapointed, I'm better off knowing about my High BP now, and taking care of it. :mad:

Edited November 3, 2009 by JudyJudyJudy

[newmom 0]

So sorry to hear that! I know you were very excited. For me if I do aerobics mine always goes down.

[Malaika 50]

Judy - well at least you know and you know what needs to be done. I still believe everything happens for a reason and you'll be much better off having your BP under control BEFORE surgery -- and once you get the surgery and the weight starts coming off, you won't even need that BP medication, so think of it as a short term medication!

[Chancie 65]

Hey Judy!

I'm just glad that you found out early-prior to surgery. You know what to do now, and it's just a temperary set back.

You sound like you have a plan and that you're not quiting!! Good for you!

Thinking of you!!

[*susan* 1,709]

Judy, I know it must be frustrating to have this day, but like the others, I truly believe it is for the best. I am confident you will be able to get it under control and have your surgery soon.

[thinoneday 445]

Judy, I'm so sorry to hear this isn't going well for you. . . try walking for at least 30 minutes everyday. . .it may help. . . I know, tons of advice and whatcha should does, I'm sorry. . . but I guess that is just second nature to help friends and "family". . . good luck!