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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 9, 2023

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Angelo Cacciatore got a guestbook from David Rasmusson

2 years ago (December 22, 2023)

Well wishes and prayers to you, Angelo. Just fyi… My surgeon required that I start drinking a certain protein shake about 5 days before surgery, and a carb drink the day before surgery, all to help with recovery.

Angelo Cacciatore

Hi David, thank you for the kind words. Taking protein sounds interesting. Do you feel it helped you? I will ask my nurse navigator (that is what she calls herself). I don't think it could hurt. They already have me doing the breathing test exercises and sit up exercises without... Read more.

Yumiko Ishida

You are lucky to have a nurse navigator! What do the exercises consist of? I do a simple routine for the core based on what I learned from a program meant for autoimmune diseases, but I feel like I should be doing more.

Marie Myers

An anesthesiologist I work with suggested I add whey protein to my diet pre and post op. I think it was a great idea for healing well.

Angelo Cacciatore

I do 12 sit-stand ups everyday to make sure I can get up without using my arms for support and blow into a spirometer 20 times a day. Along with continuing my 10000 step walks everyday.

Angelo Cacciatore

I will ask about the protein and whey supplements. Thank you for the comments. Merry Christmas everyone.

Angelo Cacciatore got a guestbook from Ruth joy

2 years ago (December 10, 2023)

Hi Angelo , Our valves have problems through no fault of our own , we haven 't done anything wrong lifestyle wise . It 's just " one of those " things, we were all destined to become Heart Warriors ….

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Angelo Cacciatore got a guestbook from Ruth joy

2 years ago (December 9, 2023)

Hi Angelo , Welcome😊

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Angelo Cacciatore

Hi Ruth, Thank you. I just got diagnosed with AR and I'm devastated. Especially from someone who has never been sick, eats well, and is very active. I came across this website and I got very inspired by all the great stories and support everyone gives to each other. It... Read more.

Rich Butela

Angelo, don't be devastated, this is not the end of the world. The surgeons can do amazing things now, and the procedure I had, full sternotomy, was not as bad as I had imagined it would be. Keep a positive attitude, ask questions of your doctor and you'll be on... Read more.

Ana Brusso

Welcome Angelo, I agree with Rich.you will be fine. Stay positive and faithful. God bless you 🙏❤️

Angelo Cacciatore

Thank you for the positive words. I'm feeling better about it. I have an appointment with my cardiologist on Wednesday December 20th. I'll keep everyone posted. Thank you!

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