OK, Now I'm Feeling Vulnerable

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.