Fingers Crossed - Again.

[keith53]

Rang my builder brother today to enquire about milling some timber that a Forum member might have access to. He didn't answer, so I left a message. (He lives on Mum & Dad's farm). He rang me back just now to say that Dad has had some sort of heart turn (he's only 77), that the ambulance was there, and they were taking him to the Nambour hospital.

Bit of a worry.

[E. maculata]

Hope it turns out to be something easily fixed:) all the best for him

[DJ’s Timber]

Hopefully it's not too serious

[ozwinner]

Thats the problem with growing old, all your bits seem to wear out.

Al :(

[keith53]

They've got him hooked up to a monitor and the Doctor has theorised at this stage that there's a small muscle in the heart that can cause the symptoms he's exhibiting. Just spoke to my Brother and he says Dad is quite stable.

[Clinton1]

I hope that it all turns out ok, and best of luck to you and your family.

[keith53]

Just heard from my brother. It was a mild heart attack. They're going to keep him in for a few days to monitor things and get him stabilised on some medication. A sincere thanks for your comments..

[scooter]

Thinking of you & yer old man, mate.


Regards.............Sean

[RufflyRustic]

Best wishes that your Dad recovers quickly

Wendy

[Gumby]

Sounds like it will OK Keith.

best wishes,

G :)

[keith53]

They'll keep Dad at Nambour for a couple of days to stabilise, then take him to the Prince Charles Hospital in Brisbane. That's the specialist heart hospital so he's getting the best treatment possible. Hopefully, things will improve from there.

[Cliff Rogers]

Erk. :eek: Been there done that.... hope it all turns out well.

My Dad went from Longreach hospital to the Prince Charles & after they decided that he needed a heart op, he was transfered to St. Andrews.

He should be just getting on a plane to go home now.

[Doughboy]

Thoughts are will you.

Pete

[keith53]

Dad's still going OK. Pain has subsided. They seem to have a fair idea where the problem is and this will be confirmed by tests at Prince Charles Hospital early next week. Plenty of rest and inactivity look to be the way forward and that's going to be hard. They've got 50 acres and he just loves mucking around with chooks, plants, cows etc. etc. Mum's the problem now. She's a team player and when half the team is on the sidelines, she's nearly helpless. Luckily we're a big family so practical support won't be a problem.

[Groggy]

I hope it works out well Keith.