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Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin ,
Congratulations on your First Anniversary !!!
Enjoy your celebrations

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939 days ago

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Shelly Hubbard posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin I do not have facebook but I will give you my email we can exchange phone numbers and text or call. My email is shellyhubbard13@gmail.com.

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942 days ago

Shelly Hubbard posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin how are you doing? I am still having pain under arm pits and into left breast. Did your pain get better? Also, when they cut out my valve they sent ...Read more

Hi Erin how are you doing? I am still having pain under arm pits and into left breast. Did your pain get better? Also, when they cut out my valve they sent it to pathology and said it had giant cell arteritis never heard of that so they are testing me for that had to see rhematologist and opthalmalogist had another CT scan with contrast. Thinking of you and hoping you are doing good.

Erin Feaker I still have chest pain but I do feel it’s getting better. Coughing and laughing are painful still ... Read more

Erin Feaker I still have chest pain but I do feel it’s getting better. Coughing and laughing are painful still but tolerable and most of my pain is incision area (nerves?) and right side of my chest. We come up on June 6 to have some tests and meet with a cardiologist up there so I’ll know more then. My mother had and brother has giant cell arterits. They were both on meds for a time but other than that if didn’t cause problems for my mom and my brother seems fine. It can cause issues though so learn as much as you can!! Good to hear from you! 💜

Shelly Hubbard Thanks Erin for responding. Hope pain gets better for you. Wow had never heard of Giant cell sounds l ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Thanks Erin for responding. Hope pain gets better for you. Wow had never heard of Giant cell sounds like very treatable. Hope June 6 appt goes good. Take care, Erin.

Erin Feaker Oh stay in touch! I want to know how you are doing. Find me on Facebook if you’re on there and we ... Read more

Erin Feaker Oh stay in touch! I want to know how you are doing. Find me on Facebook if you’re on there and we can communicate through messenger from time to time also

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962 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin ,
I slept on my back with pillows for support and just reminded myself to keep my chest in alignment - even though the wound had healed well . Now ,... Read more

Hi Erin ,
I slept on my back with pillows for support and just reminded myself to keep my chest in alignment - even though the wound had healed well . Now , over two years down the line , I either sleep on my back or my right side .
Don't compare yourself to other people , you are doing great .
We are heart warriors

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962 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin ,
It is still early in your recovery after open heart surgery .
Are you wearing anything that might cause discomfort ? Are you sleeping in a... Read more

Hi Erin ,
It is still early in your recovery after open heart surgery .
Are you wearing anything that might cause discomfort ? Are you sleeping in a position that keeps your chest in alignment , it might feel sore after cardiac rehab . I couldn't tolerate wearing a bra for six months post op .
The more you do , the more aches and pains you will notice . Keep pacing yourself .
Listen to your body . You are doing really well

Erin Feaker Ruth
i Thought perhaps it’s from me not wearing a bra as I can’t stand them but it doesn’t h ... Read more

Erin Feaker Ruth
i Thought perhaps it’s from me not wearing a bra as I can’t stand them but it doesn’t hurt to wear one. I have been sleeping on my left side. Im just concerned as I have been reading about how people are pain free in 8 weeks and can do so much more !! My drs say it’s early too but when does one need to be concerned?! So frustrating!

Ana Brusso Hello Erin, don’t compare yourself to others recovery on this site. It’s amazing how some of our ... Read more

Ana Brusso Hello Erin, don’t compare yourself to others recovery on this site. It’s amazing how some of our heart warriors recover so quickly and run marathons etc., we are not all made the same. Is your doctor ok with you sleeping on your side? I got use to sleeping on my back and now occasionally sleep in my side. I will pray for your pain to go away. Hang in there there Erin 🙏❤️

Richard Munson Your pain will go away in time. 8 weeks is nothing.

Pamela Gregory Hi Erin, I think your recovery sounds pretty normal. For me, every time I did something new I would h ... Read more

Pamela Gregory Hi Erin, I think your recovery sounds pretty normal. For me, every time I did something new I would have discomfort (bordering Pain) for a couple days plus other pains for no reason (other than OHS!). At 6 months I still have that occasionally but it is getting better all the time. Also I could only sleep on my back till recently without pain on my ribs? I think most of us heart warriors are so happy to be alive that maybe we don't report on the site all the other fun stuff. Time really does heal all wounds and at 2 months I definitely had discomfort so do not worry.

Erin Feaker Thanks all! Just concerned that perhaps something was terribly wrong but you all have reminded me to ... Read more

Erin Feaker Thanks all! Just concerned that perhaps something was terribly wrong but you all have reminded me to be patient

Rose Madura I agree with all the others. Don't compare yourself with any one else on this site. We are all diff ... Read more

Rose Madura I agree with all the others. Don't compare yourself with any one else on this site. We are all different and recovery is an individual thing. Hopefully, you'll feel better soon.

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1019 days ago

Donal Moran posted a note for Erin that says:

I hope all goes well for you. It seems to be a fairly common surgery these days and it is a life saver.

I had the same: Bicuspid Aortic Valve and Aortic ...Read more

I hope all goes well for you. It seems to be a fairly common surgery these days and it is a life saver.

I had the same: Bicuspid Aortic Valve and Aortic root replacement in October 2014. Surgeon was Michael Tolan in Dublin Ireland. I have a Mechanical Valve in Dacron prosthetic graft root. The mechanical valve was chosen by Dr Tolan as I was into sport and it would last. I take Warfarin daily and it is no big deal. Recovery was good, I was determined to get fit again. I pushed myself every day to do more. I was training in December and I went Skiing with my Ski friends in January.
You will be fine.

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1020 days ago

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DeLois Tweedy posted a note for Erin that says:

Praying for you tomorrow. May all go well so you can soon be on the road to recovery.

Michael Tarasewich Erin and Rob , both of you will be alright.. And it might be just me but both of you, after approxima ... Read more

Michael Tarasewich Erin and Rob , both of you will be alright.. And it might be just me but both of you, after approximately a year might feel younger. I can't explain it. I am 50 years old but after the recovery over each day to a year….. well you will be' younger' from the inside out.

Skin tone and heart pressure, it's somewhat like being 18 again! ( with common sense and learning )And I just wanted both of you to know this.

My experience gets is healing from the inside out. You will both be fine. IT'S WORTH IT! 🙂

Michael Tarasewich I pray 🙏 for both of you, you know, the strangest part? I always over years inadvertently saw 2:2 ... Read more

Michael Tarasewich I pray 🙏 for both of you, you know, the strangest part? I always over years inadvertently saw 2:22 on the clock each day, my surgery was on 02/02/2022 . I did not pick the date… strange.

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1020 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Erin that says:

Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way, Erin!
We'll be waiting to welcome you to the recovery club!

Ana Brusso Saying a prayer for your successful surgery tomorrow. God bless you 🙏❤️

Pamela Gregory Sending my best thoughts and prayers your way tomorrow

Alex Sagan Good luck and GBY!

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1020 days ago

edward james west posted a note for Erin that says:

My surgeon kind of took my choice of which valve away from me. I have the St Jude Stainless Steel. When I asked he said it was all about the lifespan of the ...Read more

My surgeon kind of took my choice of which valve away from me. I have the St Jude Stainless Steel. When I asked he said it was all about the lifespan of the valve, and my age. Apparently the SS has a 20 to 30 year lifespan, where the other choices are much shorter--- he asked me--you want to be in here again, at your age in another ten years or so? With the SS you do have to take a blood thinner the rest of your life, which many people object to---I don't find it to be that big of a deal.

Diane Pellowe I’m 57 and decided on the St. Jude exactly because it lasts longer. So far, being on blood thinner ... Read more

Diane Pellowe I’m 57 and decided on the St. Jude exactly because it lasts longer. So far, being on blood thinner isn’t too bad.

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1020 days ago

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Deena Z posted a note for Erin that says:

Thinking of you, Erin. Know what it is like the day before surgery. So many things go through your mind, but the best thing is that you are almost to... Read more

Thinking of you, Erin. Know what it is like the day before surgery. So many things go through your mind, but the best thing is that you are almost to recovery! Almost. Soon to be over. Mayo in MN is outstanding. You will be okay. Know that.
Talk to you soon.

Mark Buttell Best wishes to you Erin, you’re in great hands and you will do just fine tomorrow. I will be prayin ... Read more

Mark Buttell Best wishes to you Erin, you’re in great hands and you will do just fine tomorrow. I will be praying for you!

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1021 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin ,
Wishing you good luck for your surgery tomorrow .

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1021 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin,
Wishing you good luck for your tomorrow .

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1021 days ago

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Jason Hyrup posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin,

Hope your Surgery goes as planned, And you have a speedy recovery.

You got this

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1021 days ago

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Shelly Hubbard posted a note for Erin that says:

Erin thinking of you. I meet with your surgeon same one at 4 pm March 7 same day as your surgery.

Erin Feaker Oh nice!!! Tell him thank you for me! Lol!!!

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1066 days ago

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Anne Burich posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin, I had mitral valve repair surgery in December 2020. I, too, did not want to undergo an angiogram - another invasive procedure. I read that ...Read more

Hi Erin, I had mitral valve repair surgery in December 2020. I, too, did not want to undergo an angiogram - another invasive procedure. I read that a CT scan can replace the angiogram if you are fairly sure that you don't have clogged arteries. I knew I didn't because I have been a vegetarian for over 50 years. The surgeon okayed the CT scan and I didn't need the angiogram. I also read that taking Vitamin C can prevent atrial fibrillation following surgery. That information came too late for me, but you could ask your surgeon about it. All the best, Anne

Erin Feaker Thanks but I had a CT scan about 4 months ago and since it wasn’t one that was checking the arterie ... Read more

Erin Feaker Thanks but I had a CT scan about 4 months ago and since it wasn’t one that was checking the arteries he wants an angiogram. Or something like that anyway. I have it the day before my surgery…. Gonna be a tough couple days.

Thomas Brusstar My angiogram was very easy. Very fast, I was conscious (but lightly sedated) the whole time. I was ... Read more

Thomas Brusstar My angiogram was very easy. Very fast, I was conscious (but lightly sedated) the whole time. I was comforted to know they had gathered all the information they could in advance. I didnt need any bypasses in the end, just a mitral repair.

Rose Madura I had the same experience as Tom it wasn't bad at all and as far as I was concerned, I didn't care ho ... Read more

Rose Madura I had the same experience as Tom it wasn't bad at all and as far as I was concerned, I didn't care how many tests they needed to do prior to surgery because I didn't want them to have any surprises. It's not bad at all any many of them (if not all) today are done through the wrist. Mine wasn't.

Greg Lewis I also had angiograms. A couple through the groin, that I know of, and a wrist one. I was nervous abo ... Read more

Greg Lewis I also had angiograms. A couple through the groin, that I know of, and a wrist one. I was nervous about them, but they were easy.

Erin Feaker Thank you all! It's true I'm glad they're doing it for medical reasons and it's good to hear it wasn... Read more

Erin Feaker Thank you all! It's true I'm glad they're doing it for medical reasons and it's good to hear it wasn't a big deal for all of you!! Helps me to relax a bit.

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1071 days ago

JIm Moody posted a note for Erin that says:

My wife had an aortic tissue valve replacement in 2017 with at the time mild ascending aortic aneurysm. Two years later her aneurysm enlarged to the point they ...Read more

My wife had an aortic tissue valve replacement in 2017 with at the time mild ascending aortic aneurysm. Two years later her aneurysm enlarged to the point they went in and replaced the ascending aorta leaving the tissue valve alone however 18 months later that valve failed and had to have a valve in valve procedure TAVR. In hindsight I would of insisted on a mechanical valve instead of tissue. Also wondered why they didn't replace both at the same time with the Bentall procedure.

Erin Feaker I wonder that as well. I specifically asked as mine is a 4.8 aneurysm and he said yes they would do i ... Read more

Erin Feaker I wonder that as well. I specifically asked as mine is a 4.8 aneurysm and he said yes they would do it all at the same time Mechanical means some lifestyle changes but I would rather do that I think then worry about the valve in valve replacement down the road. Hope all is well with your family

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1072 days ago

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Adam Pick posted a note for Erin that says:

Hey Erin, Like you, I had a bicuspid aortic valve. I hope all goes well at Mayo Minnesota today!

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1073 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Erin that says:

Hi Erin ,
Welcome

Erin Feaker Thank you

Shelly Hubbard Hi Erin I have the same as you. My next echo is Feb 10 and I am choosing same doctor as you at Mayo f ... Read more

Shelly Hubbard Hi Erin I have the same as you. My next echo is Feb 10 and I am choosing same doctor as you at Mayo for surgery. Please keep in touch and keep me posted. My surgery I believe will be coming up this spring

Erin Feaker Shelly that’s so good to hear we will be sharing the same surgeon. I really liked hm from the littl ... Read more

Erin Feaker Shelly that’s so good to hear we will be sharing the same surgeon. I really liked hm from the little time I e spent with him. I’m assuming we will schedule surgery at the appointment tomorrow but we will see.

Pamela Gregory I think the most important thing is that you are aware of what is wrong and can get it fixed! Feelin... Read more

Pamela Gregory I think the most important thing is that you are aware of what is wrong and can get it fixed! Feeling confident in your team at the Mayo Clinic is really important. So glad you really like your surgeon

Cheryl Mann Shelly and Erin - I had my surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester April 2021 - you are in great hands. ... Read more

Cheryl Mann Shelly and Erin - I had my surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester April 2021 - you are in great hands. The facility and healthcare team are amazing!

Erin Feaker Cheryl Mann. Thank you. I am very confident and comfortable with my choice of hospital and surgeon. G ... Read more

Erin Feaker Cheryl Mann. Thank you. I am very confident and comfortable with my choice of hospital and surgeon. Glad to hear yours went well!

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