Hi Doris, where in the world is Awendaw? I live in Hartsville SC, just saw your journal. Sounds like you had some complications from your av replacement. I am waiting for av replacement and possible dilated aorta repair. I am waiting to hear from Cleveland Clinic for a surgery date.... Read more.
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Member Since: September 14, 2011
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14 years ago (December 3, 2011)
I too spent 8 days in ICU.....the progress you will feel week 8-12 will be miraculous......after 7 weeks, I barely left the house excpept for doctors appointments....but after week 8 I was more mobile......its now 12 weeks and I just returned to work, driving a taxi.....PRAY HOPE AND DONT WORRY....you... Read more.
Doris Taylor-Marcus
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14 years ago (November 2, 2011)
I know God is with you.. I had a mechanical valve in my aorta...it is now nearly three months.....I just finished a two mile walk.....PRAY, HOPE and DONT WORRY
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