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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: November 27, 2020

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Denise L got a guestbook from Lisa Bolinger

5 years ago (November 28, 2020)

Thanks Denise! Same to you! Completed my pre-op yesterday. Feeling a little overwhelmed, but mostly just want to get this over with. Best of luck to you Monday!!

Denise L

5 years ago (November 28, 2020)

Thanks Lisa, Getting a bit anxious here too! Just trying to be organized and think positively. Got the call from the hospital for a 05:30 arrival time so thinking if all stays as is... I should be first out on Monday. Will be thinking of you in our "dreams."

Lisa Bolinger

5 years ago (November 28, 2020)

Got the call last night as well. I have to be there at 5am. I asked the nurse and she said I would be in surgery by 7am. It is good that we will be first out!...WE GOT THIS!!

Lisa Bolinger

5 years ago (December 1, 2020)

Hi Denise! How are you feeling? I am feeling pretty good. Walked 3 times , today. It hurts to breathe, however, Doc says it will get better when I get the chest tube out I'm the AM. So glad the surgery is behind me!! Praying for a full, quick recovery... Read more.

Denise L

5 years ago (December 25, 2020)

Hi Lisa! I made it!! The five days in hospital turned into ten but I am OUT!! Just in time for Christmas. I have managed a little walking but have had to be put on O2 at night to sleep as my breathing and BP were dropping too low. They... Read more.

Denise L

5 years ago (January 2, 2021)

Hi Lisa How is your walking going? I have a wire or something poking me which added to the shortness of breathe is really impacting my walking. I am still trying... Happy New Year.

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