Peggie, so sorry to hear about your friend. I know what fibrosis is (thickening and/or stiffening), in this case, of the heart. It is just one of the effects ...Read more
Peggie, so sorry to hear about your friend. I know what fibrosis is (thickening and/or stiffening), in this case, of the heart. It is just one of the effects of heart disease. Why your friend was not diagnosed, I don\'t know, perhaps his sister needs to talk with his cardiologist. Maybe he knew, but just did not share that information, as it is not something that can be \"fixed\" surgically and without transplant, can only be treated.
Talk with your cardiologist, share your concerns with him/her and they should be able to discuss whether or not you are at risk.
Again, I am so sorry, I know what it is like to lose someone suddenly and especially if you are a \"heart patient\" yourself.
I will keep you and your friends family in my prayers.
God bless!
Linda Dixon
Hi Peggs, I was just thinking about you and sending you hugs on my walk and then saw an update to your Journal. =D I hope you are doing well.
xoxo Lita
Hello Peg!
YAY! :)
I am so happy you are feeling better!
Dr Rob I credit for my being well today in many ways! I am so happy you look and feel so great! Yes, ...Read more
Hello Peg!
YAY! :)
I am so happy you are feeling better!
Dr Rob I credit for my being well today in many ways! I am so happy you look and feel so great! Yes, you even look better on the outside. Cant wait till we can go to are appt together again as soon as work slows a lil <3
xoxoxox
Amanda
Peggie
I was sorry to read your recent hospitalization. I am new to HVJ 3 X veteran of open heart with latest being mitral valve replacement Postop appt Dr ...Read more
Peggie
I was sorry to read your recent hospitalization. I am new to HVJ 3 X veteran of open heart with latest being mitral valve replacement Postop appt Dr stated that the severe pain in L shoulder, neck, ribs and numbness in L upper arm is because in my case nerve and muscle temporary damaged due to 3 X opening sternum extra spreading due to the amount of scar tissue
I hate having to cont with pain meds but if I don\'t I am pretty much in bed, so I really feel for your pain. I too love this HVJ and only wish it existed 13 yrs ago when I had by valve repaired. Would love to cont hearing from you hang in there, you have lots of friends out here and only we can truly understand. Surgeries for me age 37, 47 and now 59 so I know what it feels like when you are younger
Susan VandenBussche
I just wanted to thank every one for signing my guestbook it is really wonderful to know so many people care and are going through the same, that you are not ...Read more
I just wanted to thank every one for signing my guestbook it is really wonderful to know so many people care and are going through the same, that you are not alone in the long recovery, it is a life change and it really helps to know that people like myself, care and know what it is like to go through such a transition with health,spirit and mind, thank you. to my family i love you and it is awesome to know your here in my life i love u guys...sending love and light
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Peggie,
Welcome to HVJ. I am sorry to hear of your pain and repeat surgery. You have a lot on your plate with a young child and a medical condition. I had a ...Read more
Peggie,
Welcome to HVJ. I am sorry to hear of your pain and repeat surgery. You have a lot on your plate with a young child and a medical condition. I had a mitral repair in March of this year, and this site has been a tremendous help for information and support.
Theresa C.
Hi Peggie,
Great news about the not needing surgery for a while yet!! I wish you the best of luck in getting to the root of the problem with your neck pain. ...Read more
Hi Peggie,
Great news about the not needing surgery for a while yet!! I wish you the best of luck in getting to the root of the problem with your neck pain. Take care.
Kellie