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763 days ago

Dwain posted a note for Grace that says:

My heart feels for you. It can seem like you are alone with your new heart.
i just joined this group, seems folks are supportive. The irregular heartbeat ...Read more

My heart feels for you. It can seem like you are alone with your new heart.
i just joined this group, seems folks are supportive. The irregular heartbeat is difficult for me as well. Willing to chat whenever!

Grace Vega Thank you Dwain

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763 days ago

Gene posted a note for Grace that says:

Grace, we know what you’re going through. I had open chest surgery in 2008 to repair an ascending aortic aneurysm. I also have a bicuspid aortic valve that ...Read more

Grace, we know what you’re going through. I had open chest surgery in 2008 to repair an ascending aortic aneurysm. I also have a bicuspid aortic valve that eventually will have to be replaced. Leading up to my surgery, and for a while post surgery, I was experiencing thousands of PVC’s every day. It was pretty unnerving and very annoying. I solved my problem (for the most part) by asking my doctor to switch me from beta blockers to a calcium channel blocker. You might want to look into that. But you are not alone! I’ve spent many a sleepless night because the palpitations wouldn’t calm down and let me sleep. You’ll be fine. As Adam says, “Keep on tickin!”

Grace Vega lol Thank you Gene. Your words are very encouraging.

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764 days ago

Martha Diakow posted a note for Grace that says:

Grace , You aren’t alone ! I am 4 yrs out of aortic valve replacement and deal with emotional issues . Like you 98 % of the time I’m good . Have you tried ...Read more

Grace , You aren’t alone ! I am 4 yrs out of aortic valve replacement and deal with emotional issues . Like you 98 % of the time I’m good . Have you tried talking to someone ? I found that I had prior issues and the experience of the surgery just brought it all to the surface . I pray you find peace and know we are here for you . Enjoy your grands ! Life is good !

Grace Vega Martha, I try talking to friends and family but no anyone that has actually had the same type of surg ... Read more

Grace Vega Martha, I try talking to friends and family but no anyone that has actually had the same type of surgery. So needless to say, they listen but don't understand. I think that's why it feels lonely. But I celebrate the 98% f the time I feel great. That little ticking noise in my chest is a constant reminder that I'm not 100%, I try to ignore it sometimes but it's not easy.

Marie Myers I found that part of the recovery process was grieving the loss of my formerly “healthy self”. ... Read more

Marie Myers I found that part of the recovery process was grieving the loss of my formerly “healthy self”. I never expected to have heart surgery, despite knowing I had a bicuspid valve. I hope you find a qualified health care provider to help you process your feelings. It can take some time. Wishing you all the best!

Grace Vega Thank you Marie.

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764 days ago

Leona C Pannell-Herbert posted a note for Grace that says:

Grace my name is Leona. I had aortic valve replacement surgery in 1989 and to date have not experienced any issues. Thankful for the supportive ...Read more

Grace my name is Leona. I had aortic valve replacement surgery in 1989 and to date have not experienced any issues. Thankful for the supportive family, doctors and friends. Sorry you feel alone sometimes but I am here to support you. My motto is, everyday is a good day.

Grace Vega Thank you Leona. Yes, everyday is a good day. I definitely love my life, my family, and my friends. I ... Read more

Grace Vega Thank you Leona. Yes, everyday is a good day. I definitely love my life, my family, and my friends. I'm a very lucky girl to be surrounded by so much support. You are very lucky to no have any issues. I've had at least 3 procedures to try to regulate my heart beat but all failed, so I'm in a AFib for about 4 years now. I'm good 98% of the time. I'm active and I'm almost always in great spirits.

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765 days ago

Marianne - 5 months post double valve replacement. posted a note for Grace that says:

It can be easy to feel like you are alone in the journey. You've found a terrific community with which to connect

Grace Vega Thank you Marianne.

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766 days ago

Maria Williams posted a note for Grace that says:

Welcome, Grace.

Grace Vega Thank you Maria.

Sheri Wright Hugs and prayers for you!

Grace Vega Thank you Sheri

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766 days ago

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Cindy S. posted a note for Grace that says:

Hi Grace. What a lovely name! You are never alone. Many people care about you. I am caring right now. We all have times when we feel alone. But remember ...Read more

Hi Grace. What a lovely name! You are never alone. Many people care about you. I am caring right now. We all have times when we feel alone. But remember that God will never leave you. He is always with you.

Michelle Payne I felt the same way when I found this site 2 years post op. It's a good feeling. I, too, suffer post ... Read more

Michelle Payne I felt the same way when I found this site 2 years post op. It's a good feeling. I, too, suffer post surgical deficits.

Grace Vega Hello Michelle, it's nice to know that we are not alone.

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766 days ago

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Karen Sievers posted a note for Grace that says:

Hi Grace, Welcome to this group. Glad you found us. My aortic valve replacement was 7 1/2 years ago. I'm 73 and try to keep somewhat active. I go to exercise ...Read more

Hi Grace, Welcome to this group. Glad you found us. My aortic valve replacement was 7 1/2 years ago. I'm 73 and try to keep somewhat active. I go to exercise class twice a week. I also have an irregular heartbeat (AFib) which can be scary. I take medication for it. I also have some other medical issues not related to the heart. Please reach out if you feel lonely. We are all here for you.

Grace Vega Thank you Karen, I really appreciate the kind words and support. AFib can be scarry, it's nice that y ... Read more

Grace Vega Thank you Karen, I really appreciate the kind words and support. AFib can be scarry, it's nice that you make the time for exercise class, that is wonderful.

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Jane S. posted a note for Grace that says:

Hi Grace! My aortic valve replacement was about ten years ago. I am in my eighties and feeling good. I go to senior exercise three times a week. I hope ...Read more

Hi Grace! My aortic valve replacement was about ten years ago. I am in my eighties and feeling good. I go to senior exercise three times a week. I hope you find friends in this group to cheer you on and keep you company.

Grace Vega Thank you Jane. I'm 49 and I feel good on most days, but on days where I'm having more than your norm ... Read more

Grace Vega Thank you Jane. I'm 49 and I feel good on most days, but on days where I'm having more than your normal arrythmia it can be pretty scary. Thank you for the support

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766 days ago

Pee Hart posted a note for Grace that says:

Peace ☮️ I had my ST Jude Valve same yr on 4/06/10 coming up 12 yrs have a leak now but tee test said minor although some days are scary and have ...Read more

Peace ☮️ I had my ST Jude Valve same yr on 4/06/10 coming up 12 yrs have a leak now but tee test said minor although some days are scary and have insomnia unless I sit up breathing normal. We have to keep going Strength & Faith ❤️‍🩹

Grace Vega I feel the same. Most days I'm good but some days are scary. I'm 49 and I'm looking for work now and ... Read more

Grace Vega I feel the same. Most days I'm good but some days are scary. I'm 49 and I'm looking for work now and sometimes I wonder if I'm healthy enough to continue to do the work I normally do (Operations Manager). I don't exercise as much as I should. But I'm very active and try to stay on a low sodium diet. I'm a combination of proud and scared to have this disease and surgery. I'm glad that after 10 years I finally found a supportive community.