I have my first surgery consult on Oct. 12th I'm pretty nervous. I'm afraid my surgery will be right around the corner 😔
Aileen de Jesus Don't worry about it. Just think that once you know what needs to be done you are working towards a b ... Read more
Aileen de Jesus Don't worry about it. Just think that once you know what needs to be done you are working towards a better quality of life.
Elena Coria @Aileen I appreciate you replying, I feel better knowing I'm one step closer to my old self. I'm tir ... Read more
Elena Coria @Aileen I appreciate you replying, I feel better knowing I'm one step closer to my old self. I'm tired of being tired. I want my old self back.
Regan Runnalls Hi Elena, Just been through this & surgery booked in 2 weeks. Despite that, lots of support here & fe ... Read more
Regan Runnalls Hi Elena, Just been through this & surgery booked in 2 weeks. Despite that, lots of support here & feeling ok about it. Can definitely relate to wanting my old self back & that's a great motivator!
Sophia Ridley Elena, I know it's hard to imagine at this moment as you go through every emotion possible, but many ... Read more
Sophia Ridley Elena, I know it's hard to imagine at this moment as you go through every emotion possible, but many reach an acceptance before surgery. I was apprehensive but felt I was as prepared as I could have been both mentally and physically, and I just wanted to get it over with and start recovery. I'm 10mth post op. The wonderful people here will help you immensely in your preparation, I couldn't have done it without them. We're all walking with you.
Ron Broadhead Hi Elena - everyone on this website is pulling for you. Everything can be a bit overwhelming at first ... Read more
Ron Broadhead Hi Elena - everyone on this website is pulling for you. Everything can be a bit overwhelming at first. I came to regard the surgery as a portal to a better life. First came acceptance of the situation and then a desire to get it done. Life has been much better since the surgery and I regard my new valve as a gift that has given me a nice quality of life. best wishes to you on your journey.
Amy Steele Hi Elena - Like Ron said, all of us are pulling for you! Unless your condition is life-threatening ... Read more
Amy Steele Hi Elena - Like Ron said, all of us are pulling for you! Unless your condition is life-threatening at the moment, don't worry about a surgery date right away. My surgeon was great in scheduling surgery around a bunch of family events. It was first determined that I'd need surgery last spring, but i have waited till now. My surgery is on Monday. Remember that YOU are in control of when you have surgery, and if your surgeon doesn't want to work with you, find another surgeon. You ALWAYS have control over your healthcare. That being said, I'm actually relieved that I'll be getting my surgery over with next week. I too want to feel better! You are in my prayers!
Joan Davenport I agree that you have to make the decision about the surgery date. I held off for 5 years after dia ... Read more
Joan Davenport I agree that you have to make the decision about the surgery date. I held off for 5 years after diagnosis even though my cardiologist kept pestering me.
Maeve Dwyer My surgery was about 2 months after my first consult with the surgeon and a full 8 months after learn ... Read more
Maeve Dwyer My surgery was about 2 months after my first consult with the surgeon and a full 8 months after learning I'd need surgery this year. Everyone was completely flexible letting me pick a date that was ideal for my schedule and insurance needs. You'll get through this!
Elena Coria Thank you everyone for your encouragement it's appreciated. I'm keeping myself busy and staying posit ... Read more
Elena Coria Thank you everyone for your encouragement it's appreciated. I'm keeping myself busy and staying positive that's all I can do. I wish you all the best health.
I will keep you posted as to what the surgeon tells me the 12th.
I will keep you posted as to what the surgeon tells me the 12th.