Medical Warning from bfine

[SunsetBengal]

Many thanks to bfine for posting this thread, and choosing to share his personal experiences with us. I too, am in that 'middle aged" time of my life, and experience many of the same health complications that several others have shared. Thankfully, I haven't had a heart attack yet (that I'm aware of), but I went through some episodes earlier this year, where I nearly gave out from working in the heat.

I have many of the same issues that several of you speak of, high BP (on meds for), high cholesterol, high blood sugar. Eat poorly, drink too much. My mind still tries to rationalize that I'm superhuman, and can outwork a bad lifestyle. I still consider myself a bit of an "athlete" (strongman is a sport), I work a physical job outdoors (Surveyors hike more than a nature guide). But, as my doctor says "the science and the numbers don't lie". Father time catches up to all of us, and we must make changes to push that time back.

Thanks again to bfine, as many of us are sometimes reluctant to speak about our personal issues because machismo and all.. bfine, I'm glad that you were able to overcome your stubborn pride and get the medical attention you need. It wouldn't be the same around here without you, or any of you fellows that also chose to share your experiences.