During my recent hospital stay at the Princess Diana Coronary Care Unit, I faced multiple serious health issues — including ventricular bigeminy, severely reduced heart function, and splenic embolic infarcts. I was discharged on 22/10/2025, and less than 36 hours later, I’m back home, taking my medications, monitoring my vitals, and documenting everything — not just for myself, but to help others understand serious medical conditions.
What Are Splenic Embolic Infarcts?
Splenic infarcts are areas of tissue death in the spleen caused by a blockage in blood flow, usually from a blood clot traveling from the heart or elsewhere.
Causes:
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Emboli (clots forming in other parts of the body)
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Heart-related clots, especially in patients with heart failure
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Systemic conditions like atrial fibrillation or blood disorders
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Trauma or other systemic illnesses
Symptoms:
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Sudden, severe pain in the left upper abdomen
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Pain sometimes radiates to the left shoulder
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Nausea, vomiting, fever, or chills; some infarcts can be asymptomatic
Diagnosis and Treatment:
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CT scan with contrast is the best method to confirm diagnosis
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Blood tests may show elevated white cells in some cases
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Treatment focuses on underlying causes, with supportive care; surgery or antibiotics are only needed if complications arise
I made sure to warn other patients and nurses that I would research these conditions and blog about them, because I refuse to just sit quietly or give up. My goal is to help people understand these serious conditions and how they can be managed.
Monitoring at Home
Because of my Saint John Ambulance paramedic and nurse training, I can safely monitor my own health at home:
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Radial pulse checks to track heart rate, rhythm, and skipped beats
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Blood pressure monitoring to keep it in a safe range
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Oxygen saturation and temperature checks
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Logging daily medications for heart, kidney, and lung support
Even in just 36 hours since leaving the hospital, I’m actively monitoring and taking control of my recovery.
My Philosophy: Helping Others While Protecting Myself
Before all this, I worked as a big issue vendor, standing on the street corner every day. That role taught me to look out for myself first, while still helping others around me. The same approach applies to my health now: I protect myself, follow my treatment plan, and share my experiences to educate and inspire others.
Takeaway
Ventricular bigeminy, splenic infarcts, and heart failure can be serious, but awareness, careful monitoring, and proactive care make a difference. By documenting my journey, I hope to provide insight, reassurance, and practical advice for anyone facing similar conditions.
I will continue blogging my daily stats, medications, and experiences — not to hide in the corner, but to fight back, stay informed, and help others do the same.
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