Scary shit. But…in a couple of years you’ll be back to smashing out PBs on the bike. And it’ll probably drastically change your perspective on life in general.
About the only advice on the matter I can give is move quickly to get your post-op support network set up for both your physical & mental health. As always, the gang on the TR forum are always super positive and supportive (and crazy knowledgeable!).
(As an egocentric side note, I’m still waiting — 3 months now — for the heart specialist to look at my file; at least you know what your situation is. As I like to say about the universal health care in Canada — crappy but free!)
Heal up & see you back here soon! 