Two weeks ago I rolled out of the OR (seems like a lifetime ago). I had a pretty good night, except for the nagging ache of my back. We never considered it until today, but my new Lipitor may be a part of the problem. Many of the side effects of the statins are exactly what I have been experiencing. The waters are muddy however because of the little surgery I am still recovering from. I still remain positive in my recovery. A cholesterol med is a necessity with my new valve, regardless of my preop levels, which were not that bad. I am moving more, sleeping better, and taking less pain meds (just regular strength Tylenol a couple of times a day).
We went for a short drive to the pet store today. Lily “luckily” won an anole (lizard) at her school. I had cleaned the fish tank of nine years and it was ready for storage. Welcome to the Shaughnessy Zoo.
Sounds like things are moving along nicely! The possibility of a Lipitor side effect is real but your pain sounded pretty intense for that. As you well know, many people have muscular aches etc. with the statins. You may want to switch at some point to another to be certain.
I have been fighting off a minor cold and have not visited you for that reason. That you don’t need.
Every day at least one person here at UH asks about you. You are well known and you are loved by all. Stay the course. The Holidays are fast approaching and you have much to celebrate!
Bill A
Mike,
glad to hear you’re getting stronger, more active.
following your blogs with great interest!
keep plugging away–sounds like you’re meeting your goals–short of 5AM gym workouts!
all the best,
Tim