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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: December 14, 2014

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Ben Fretwell got a guestbook from Curtis Jones
11 years ago (February 18, 2015)
Ben, thinking of you and hoping for a quick recovery. God speed
Thanks Curtis. The support from you and others on this website made a difference!
Ben Fretwell got a guestbook from Clay Rowe
11 years ago (February 17, 2015)
Hi Ben, prayers for your day tomorrow. You'll be glad to turn the page and move forward to recovery.
Thanks to all! You have helped tremendously. I am leaving in 15 minutes to go to the hospital, and will let everyone know soon that I am well, and that my heart is healed. Much appreciation for all that is done on this website!
Ben Fretwell got a guestbook from Terrie Syvertsen
11 years ago (February 17, 2015)
Ben- Best wishes for a smooth surgery tomorrow and know you will be among many grumpy old ladies out there as well! I do hope also that you "head into" the surgery with confidence in your Surgeon and the Team of dedicated people who are there to get you mended... Read more.
I pray that your surgery and recovery willbe peaceful. Tomorrow will be a new day for you with a fixed heart. God bless and rise up!

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