Ginny,
Am I correct in assuming you did not have advance warning angina pains defore your attack?
der Brucer
Not that I was aware of, DR der Brucer, but, funny thing, the "bursitis" in my shoulder is much better now.
An observation:
I did not have my angina attacks until I put added stress on heart (a brisk walk to Woodys work, and chasing loose dogs around the neighborhood).
Even with the attacks with a little rest I recovered and did not seek medical attention.
Only by the serendipity (or, as Edisaurus' hero might say "fortuosity") of having a previously scheduledl check up with my GP did I have occasion to mention the problem and the following scenario unfolded:
Tues - visit with GP
Tues - concult with cardiologist
Tue - cardiac catherization
Tue - by pass surgury
Tue - out of the house for car-trip for an out-of-town pre-viuosly scheduled Doctors visit.
I had clear evidence of major coronary artery blockage, and a major heart attack was just waiting to happen (and the location of the major blockage prevented using a stent); that they were able to get to the by-pass before I had any heart muscular damage was a major factor in my fast recovery.
If memory serves, you were spending a lot of time properly nursing your leg (and thus not putting added strain on your heart that might have given you warning signs.
I geuss we have a case for another good reason those of us
"of a cerain age" ought to give our heart a periodic workout - a good brisk walk clearly can do the trick.
der Brucer