Wow. Glad you’re ok. It’s amazing how these things can pop up out of the blue like that. Did they find a cause?
I was going on a hike a week ago Tuesday and hit the wall at 1/4 mile. Something was really wrong — extreme fatigue and out of breath. Figured it was just the 81 degree temp. Tried again on Weds and it was even worse, so I went right to the ER and got treated right away. CAT Scan found pulmonary embolism! Never in my wildest dreams did I think that would hit me. Doc said was probably a “provoked” case caused by COVID last April. Got meds and I am back to hiking without any problems. Did 5 miles and 600 foot climb today in 80 degree temps no problem Just turned 73 yesterday, too.
Happy Birthday and glad you’re recovered!
The most popular hiking hill/trail we have here is 600 feel elevation gain in exactly one mile. It is reasonably steep for casual walkers.