After a lot of back and forth calling, I finally heard the results of my Carotid Doppler. The right side is 70-80% narrowed and the left side is 16-49% narrowed. Dr. Natali told me I need to be referred to a Vascular Surgeon. I gave him two names but I think they were heart specialists and the vascular surgeon is in the same building but on the fourth floor. Oh, well, I guess he will find who to refer me to down here.
As I read about the surgery, which I had convinced myself I wouldn't need, I realized it was a bigger deal than I thought. I also read that the plaque is a mixture of cholesterol, calcium, and fibrous tissue. I have never had high blood pressure or diabetes. My cholesterol has been high forever but my HDL has always been high which is a plus.
I never smoked but my exercise is only walking or working in the yard anymore. And my weight should be lower. So next step is to see what a doctor says. Yes, I feel very vulnerable.
1 comment:
Oh no! This sounds scary!
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