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I hope your cardiologist went over these numbers with you. Here's my 2 cents:

LM = 0. This is EXCELLENT! The left main is called the "widow maker" as it supplies 85% of the heart.

LAD = 298. This is considered moderately calcified and can be concerning. The LAD comes off the LM, runs down the front of the heart, and supplies about 50% of the heart.

Cx = 163. This is considered moderately calcified and can be concerning. The Cx comes off the LM, wraps around the left side, and supplies 25-40% of the heart. It can also supply the sinus node, also called the pacemaker of the heart, in about 30% of the population.

RCA = 59. this is considered mildly calcified. The RCA supplies most of the right side of the heart and the sinus node in up to 70% of the population.

PDA = 0. This is EXCELLENT! The PDA supplies most of the back side of the heart, along with the Cx.

I would say you have a moderate risk of a cardiac event within the next 3-5 years if there are no changes made in your lifestyle. The LAD and Cx combined can supply up to 85% of the heart's blood.

ACV has not been shown in clinical trials to reduce or eliminate calcification. Your best holistic bet is to eat clean, try to stay away from trans fats and highly processed foods. Drink 8-10 glasses of water in addition to other beverages, like coffee. Reduce your stress levels.

Exercise, outdoors, as much as possible. The sun helps our bodies make vitamin D, which can be heart helpful. DO NOT take vitamin D supplements without consulting with your providers. It is a fat soluable vitamin; you could be at risk of overdose if not managed.

Continue to f/u with your cardiologist. S/he may recommend a heart cath. Stents placed in the LAD and Cx can keep those vessels open. A heart cath has a much quicker recovery time, about one day, compared to open heart surgery (weeks).

This is the long-ish answer! I can go into more detail if you need it! 😅😅
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Good morning early risers!

In had an erratic sleep as kept thinking about medical doctors and well meaning but intrusive know it alls. I should know better that they aren’t worth my time.

I plan on brunch with my companion lady and then a nice walk in the park as it warms into the 50s.

I will be looking for a good and caring primary care physician. Mine was good for most of the 20 years I had him but now he is closing in on retirement and missing things. It’s both irritating and sad.

Wish me luck.

And have a good day.
 
Woke up right at 5..... Wish I didn't, but because I'm me and this happens a lot, I had set the coffee maker for 450 so at least I was able to pour a cup as soon as I got up! So that part is a win!
I wish it was not part of my routine but I am up by 5 every day. It’s mostly because of my old dog. It never was the case with my late wife as she had her ways to bring me back to bed.
 
Woke up right at 5..... Wish I didn't, but because I'm me and this happens a lot, I had set the coffee maker for 450 so at least I was able to pour a cup as soon as I got up! So that part is a win!
I forgot to prepare my French press last night. I’ve been really getting into that cold brew (really room temp ) coffee, and making it the night before.

So now it’s steeping while I’m starting my workout!
 
You just got judged by a horse tribunal! 🤣🤣🤣



I did. They convened without warning and were unanimous.


The good news is, we were still new to one another then and they didn't hold it against me.


I remember that some times, Calypso would put the bridge of his nose (a very long thing) against my body and then rub it up and down against me. I suspected that it itched and it was how he scratched. It was kinda funny.
 
Good morning early risers!

In had an erratic sleep as kept thinking about medical doctors and well meaning but intrusive know it alls. I should know better that they aren’t worth my time.

I plan on brunch with my companion lady and then a nice walk in the park as it warms into the 50s.

I will be looking for a good and caring primary care physician. Mine was good for most of the 20 years I had him but now he is closing in on retirement and missing things. It’s both irritating and sad.

Wish me luck.

And have a good day.
A good doc is worth their weight and gold. Ask around, look at reviews and try a few people.
 
I forgot to prepare my French press last night. I’ve been really getting into that cold brew (really room temp ) coffee, and making it the night before.

So now it’s steeping while I’m starting my workout!
Cold brew is sooo delicious and smooth! I think I just like coffee in all its forms and ways. I do really love a French press or a pour over. I own both but well I also like when my coffee is ready when I get downstairs 😂

Getting that workout early!! Yes! Nice job!
 
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