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Had Triple Bypass Surgery Done. Feeling Wheezing. Is It Normal?

My wife had triple bypass 2 days ago..she is off the ventilator but says she is wheezing and she didnt want any visitors..I have been told this is normal IS IT
posted on Tue, 13 Mar 2012
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Yes, it is normal for your wife to be wheezing a bit since she has recently undergone considerable cardiovascular stress both due to the Triple Bypass procedure and anaesthetics used. She should be given complete rest for the next few days so as to allow her to recover.
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Had Triple Bypass Surgery Done. Feeling Wheezing. Is It Normal?

Yes, it is normal for your wife to be wheezing a bit since she has recently undergone considerable cardiovascular stress both due to the Triple Bypass procedure and anaesthetics used. She should be given complete rest for the next few days so as to allow her to recover.