I defeated chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) and achieved a happy ending. At the beginning of my journey, success was not guaranteed. But I persisted, and my determination paid off. This page lists several posts documenting my recovery from CTEPH.
Join me as I delve into another fantastic experience at Okayama Medical Center, where I received a unique express treatment, including two additional balloon pulmonary angioplasty procedures. In June 2023, I went back to Okayama, Japan, for a follow-up.
Well, almost. It will still take some time to fully swing back. But it is definitely a start and a good one at that. For the first time in years, I pinned on a BIB and walked 5 kilometers in a foot race … finishing last!
Amazing! What a difference BPA makes! I put my “new” lungs to the test on the trails around Khao Chalak. They performed well, an entirely new and exciting experience.
