time to vent again

[Patrick]

Update: On November 4, 2021, I had a cardiac catheterization exam. When the nurse could not insert the Foley into my prostate, I decided that messing with medical insurance and two drug company Botox suppliers was more than I wanted to continue doing. At my next urology appointment I canceled the Botox shot and requested a sphincterotomy/prostatectomy, which will happen whenever our local hospital is no longer overrun with Covid patients. The cardiac surgeon indicated that I would probably need surgery in the next year or two.

Thank you for your concern and support.

[CityGardener]

I'm really sorry this is happening for you right now, Patrick.

I'm always disappointed when a plan doesn't go right. Maybe the universe is planning on granting one of your other wishes.

For the world's sake: I think we all hope the heart stuff gets taken care of well.

[Patrick]

CG,

I have a really mild case of Marfan's. Thousands of Marfan kids have this surgery every year; cardiac surgeons are familiar with Marfan, so I do not see this as threatening as perhaps others do. I have confidence in my medical/surgical care, and I intend to do the best I can, and keep my friends here informed. Thank you one and all for your concern and support.