Hi Emily, I read your story. I also have rheumatic heart disease. I was diagnosed at age 18, and they told me that it was so uncommon at my age, that I had ...Read more
Hi Emily, I read your story. I also have rheumatic heart disease. I was diagnosed at age 18, and they told me that it was so uncommon at my age, that I had heart damage that didn't usually appear in most people until their 70s. I didn't need surgery until I was 29 the first time (with a tissue valve), just had my second 5 weeks ago (with 2 mechanical valves). How many valves are they replacing and what type are you getting? Just wanted to wish you well with your surgery. Hope everything goes as smoothly as possible!
Hello Emily,
I was reading your story journal awhile back and just found your page again. Beside having the same name, I too have had Mitral Regurgitation ...Read more
Hello Emily,
I was reading your story journal awhile back and just found your page again. Beside having the same name, I too have had Mitral Regurgitation and Open-Heart Surgery at a young age, I know it can be scary experience but worthwhile one. Were you born with your Heart Condition? I'm not much older than you either. If you have any questions, advice or simply wish to talk I am here Smiling face with smiling eyes Take care and I hope your operation goes well + a smooth recovery. Em :)
Emily Nerdin Thanks Emily! My condition actually developed when I was 12 because of Rheumatic Fever. I was told it ... Read more
Emily Nerdin Thanks Emily! My condition actually developed when I was 12 because of Rheumatic Fever. I was told it would be probably 20 years until I would need surgery, but it's only been 8 years. I just can't wait until tomorrow is over with so I can stop worrying :P
Hey Emily Just wanted to send you all good wishes and let you know I will be praying for you on the 16th May (that was my Nannas birthday ;) have a speedy ...Read more
Hey Emily Just wanted to send you all good wishes and let you know I will be praying for you on the 16th May (that was my Nannas birthday ;) have a speedy recovery x Janette