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1639 days ago

Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy How you're doing 🙂 Hope you're moving forward nicely ? Stay Safe and Optimistic

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1643 days ago

Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy Was wondering how you're doing? I hope your New journey is going smooth 💜

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1654 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hi Kathy,. Wanted to see how you're doing 🙂🙂

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall, I'm doing very well. How about you? More energy and can't wait to start cardiac rehab. o ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall, I'm doing very well. How about you? More energy and can't wait to start cardiac rehab. on the 29th. My only complaint is I've been getting migraines. I think it's the after effect of everything. I've had a history of them and nothing unusual. Docs are aware. I saw your post about weight. Right after surgery, I gained about 16 lbs. Pumped up with a lot of fluids. They say that's normal. Had some thoracentesis fluid drained and weight now 20 lbs below that huge gain. At my normal weight.

Marshall Rader Fantastic kathy. I have a lady friend that has migraine headaches, and she had to go to see a neurolo ... Read more

Marshall Rader Fantastic kathy. I have a lady friend that has migraine headaches, and she had to go to see a neurologist about it. She used to cry all the time because of those damn headaches. As for me, I'm doing as well as can be expected. LOL tomorrow catherization and then meet the valve team at the hospital. I don't have the support from the VA that I thought I was going to have after post op if I wanted to go to on-x. So I'm looking into the inspires valve. Traveling 2 hours to get to the VA center to have my blood drawn and then wait for the results would be a major concern.

Kathy Kulig That is an inconvenience traveling 2 hours. Would be nice if they had better options for you.

Marshall Rader $250k plus for an operation with NO Post Op plan.. I can't even go to a local lab for INR testing !! ... Read more

Marshall Rader $250k plus for an operation with NO Post Op plan.. I can't even go to a local lab for INR testing !! Therefore, Inspiris Valve on its way soon !! Oh, the LAD needs a Bypass, but small price to pay since not knowing if not for the Bicuspid !! How're you fairing Kathy ??

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1659 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hi Kathy Wondering how you're doing ? How's the INR going ? Stay Safe

Deena Z Hope all is well, Kathy and you are back home with your love ones as you recover!

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall and Deena, I’m doing very well. Getting outside and walking, up to about a mile. INR do ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall and Deena, I’m doing very well. Getting outside and walking, up to about a mile. INR doing okay with minor adjustments. I’m going to check out the Eloquis trial. Doc said after 3 months post op I can look into it. Only complaint is migraines. I’ve had a history of them so maybe with the trauma of surgery and meds making me prone to them. They’re keeping and eye on that and referring me to a neurologist. Other that that, I’m very happy with my progress. Hope you all are doing well too.

Marshall Rader What are you eating on day
by day diet

Deena Z One mile, wow, that's super great. Pays to be in good shape before the surgery! Hope as your system ... Read more

Deena Z One mile, wow, that's super great. Pays to be in good shape before the surgery! Hope as your system cleans itself of the surgical meds/narcotics, loss of blood etc. that your migraines wean away. Major assault on the body (so worth it:)

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1665 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy Wondering how the INR is checked when arriving back home from hospital ? Does a nurse stop by in checking ?

Kathy Kulig A visiting nurse has stopped by but the coagulation clinic prefers I go to a center to be drawn so th ... Read more

Kathy Kulig A visiting nurse has stopped by but the coagulation clinic prefers I go to a center to be drawn so they can get the results stat. So they can make warfarin adjustments. There are a number of places to go very close to home. In and out 5 minutes. Nurse is still coming in 2x a week to check on my condition. Also going a telehealth to measure temperature, BP, and weight. Goes directly to a monitoring nurse.

Marshall Rader How's your diet

Kathy Kulig My diet is pretty much the same. Eat salads daily. I’m avoiding the high Vit K foods like kale, spi ... Read more

Kathy Kulig My diet is pretty much the same. Eat salads daily. I’m avoiding the high Vit K foods like kale, spinach, etc. Not a fan of kale anyway. Also switched to oat milk for my protein smoothies instead of almond milk. Not much else.

Kathy Kuliggot a new guestbook post

1665 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy, wanted to check up again in how you're doing ..

Deena Z Hey, Kathy, hope all is well. We are thinking of you. Take care.

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall and Deena, thank you so much for checking up with me. I was released on Saturday and doin ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall and Deena, thank you so much for checking up with me. I was released on Saturday and doing pretty good. Taking short walks and getting better each day. Tired but gaining my energy back. Taking it slow. 💕

Marshall Rader Hello Kathy,. Glad the On-X is working well ! ! So many folks here want the Tissue Valve !! You're ... Read more

Marshall Rader Hello Kathy,. Glad the On-X is working well ! ! So many folks here want the Tissue Valve !! You're the only other person who went mechanical !!

Hi Kathy, soooo glad you updated us and grateful for your surgery being successful and your recovery ... Read more

Hi Kathy, soooo glad you updated us and grateful for your surgery being successful and your recovery slow but good. Keep walking as much as you can and continue to write. God bless you and continued good health

For Marshall, I didn’t have a choice in choosing my tissue valve, is sometimes chosen for us becaus ... Read more

For Marshall, I didn’t have a choice in choosing my tissue valve, is sometimes chosen for us because of our age. I’m very grateful for my tissue valve and with God's Grace if and when it fails I will either have a TAVR or what other procedure the heart valve geniuses have come up with.

Kathy Kuliggot a new guestbook post

1667 days ago

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Lynn Loudermilk posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hope you are doing well.

Kathy Kulig Hi Lynn, I doing well thanks! I got home on Saturday. Resting and taking walks with hubby. Up to .4 m ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Lynn, I doing well thanks! I got home on Saturday. Resting and taking walks with hubby. Up to .4 mile at a slow pace. Each day is better

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1667 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy, Was wondering how you're doing ?? I hope you're home 🏘️ now ??

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1676 days ago

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Victoria Baker posted a note for Kathy that says:

Kathy, I will be thinking of you tomorrow during your surgery. You will do well!

Joel Pinker Thank you Victoria! I’m ready!!!

Kathy Kulig Thank you, Victoria!

Victoria Baker I am so happy for your good health, moving forward!

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1678 days ago

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Marshall Rader posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hello Kathy 💜. Wishing you the very BEST 💜 I'm 60 and physically active eg hike all over the White Mountain 🏔️ s !! Question if I may ? I'm leaning ...Read more

Hello Kathy 💜. Wishing you the very BEST 💜 I'm 60 and physically active eg hike all over the White Mountain 🏔️ s !! Question if I may ? I'm leaning towards mechanical valve, and wonder your choice since you're way more active than I 👍👍👍 Life's Journey Marshall

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall, Thanks so much for the good wishes. Yes, I chose the On-X valve. My surgeon recommended ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Marshall, Thanks so much for the good wishes. Yes, I chose the On-X valve. My surgeon recommended a mechanical because of my overall good health and active life. (I'm 63) He said if I went with a bio valve, I would probably need at least 3 more. They last around 8 years. Longer for older, less active people. The On-X is the only mechanical (as far as I know) that allows for maintaining lower blood thinner value. INR of 1.5-2.0 instead of the usual 2-3. Since normal is 1.0, I expect to have fewer problems. But even at the higher value, I don't hear of people having major issues. Do your research, ask your doctor. I'm sure you'll make the best decision. All the best! Kathy

Marshall Rader Thank You Kathy 💜 Wife and I been over the fact we're outdoor s people !! On- X is what we decide ... Read more

Marshall Rader Thank You Kathy 💜 Wife and I been over the fact we're outdoor s people !! On- X is what we decided on before I came across you 💜 my CT scan and Catherization soon 💜. You've made wife smile ☺️ in stamp of approval 👍 God Speed for you Kathy !!

Kathy Kulig Great, you as well!! CT scan and Cath are easy peasy. No pain. :-)

Marshall Rader The what ifs have been bringing me down from Internet Research, but I found this Blog that brought me ... Read more

Marshall Rader The what ifs have been bringing me down from Internet Research, but I found this Blog that brought me back from the black hole 🕳️ !! I'm so looking forward in staying in touch Kathy 💜 Stay Positive and Safe

Kathy Kuliggot a new guestbook post

1678 days ago

James posted a note for Kathy that says:

The worst part for me was this drug...amiodorone (sp) that I had to take for 6 weeks to control afib. It gave me hallucinations at night. Also I developed a ...Read more

The worst part for me was this drug...amiodorone (sp) that I had to take for 6 weeks to control afib. It gave me hallucinations at night. Also I developed a heavy mucus that made me feel like I was choaking when lying down. I fould a recliner chair with a massage function on display in a Sam's club and it shook that stuff loose, so I became a regular at that store for a couple of weeks and just sat in that chair. It was too large for our house so I could'nt buy one. No one ever said anything btw. Good luck with your journey.

Kathy Kulig Thanks for the info James. Sorry to hear you had some issues. I will keep that in mind as I recover. ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Thanks for the info James. Sorry to hear you had some issues. I will keep that in mind as I recover. I would keep your doctor posted on any problems. Sending healing thoughts your way. Take care!

Kathy Kuliggot a new guestbook post

1678 days ago

Dawn VanDenBosch posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hi Kathy! I had my aortic valve replaced in 2016 and felt I recovered quickly. I was walking around the nurses station the next day after the open heart surgery. ...Read more

Hi Kathy! I had my aortic valve replaced in 2016 and felt I recovered quickly. I was walking around the nurses station the next day after the open heart surgery. I was so grateful for the surgery. Before that, I could barely walk 40 feet without being winded and tired. You are going to be fine! It is a little scary going in to this, but just know you will come out of the surgery just fine. I don't remember having pain at all! Just a slight discomfort with the tubes and all. Barely had to use my 'pillow' when coughing. Hang in there, kiddo! You got this! Such good news that your husband will be able to be with you!!

Kathy Kulig Ah Dawn, THANK YOU! That's such a comfort to hear! I'm ready to get this show on the road so I can wo ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Ah Dawn, THANK YOU! That's such a comfort to hear! I'm ready to get this show on the road so I can work on recovering and getting back to doing fun stuff like bike riding, exercising, jogging, traveling. I started having mild chest pain while jogging and exercising, short of breath too. So doc. says, no jogging, no high-impact aerobics, and no weightlifting, and no shoveling snow. Bummer. (except the snow shoveling. LOL) I'll keep your words in mind as I work on recovering. All the best, Kathy

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1680 days ago

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Lynn Loudermilk posted a note for Kathy that says:

Hey Kathy, you have a great outlook. I was lucky my hubby could be there and see me while in there., it had changed 2 weeks before my surgery. I had mine ...Read more

Hey Kathy, you have a great outlook. I was lucky my hubby could be there and see me while in there., it had changed 2 weeks before my surgery. I had mine done March 9th. Been home since Saturday. My prayers go with you.

Kathy Kulig Hi Lynn. Thanks so much! They did just change the visiting rules so my hubby will be able to visit. T ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Hi Lynn. Thanks so much! They did just change the visiting rules so my hubby will be able to visit. That's a relief! So glad to hear you're home and doing well. That gives me confidence. Hope you have a speedy recover. Take care and thanks for the prayers! :-)

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1718 days ago

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Marie Myers posted a note for Kathy that says:

Welcome to the site,Kathy. You will find lots of good information and support here. I had a similar story to yours, with an added bonus of ascending aneurysm ...Read more

Welcome to the site,Kathy. You will find lots of good information and support here. I had a similar story to yours, with an added bonus of ascending aneurysm and aortic root aneurysm for me. I am still working as a nurse anesthetist, and I can truly say it is better to give anesthesia than to get anesthesia, LOL! I am coming up on my 4th anniversary this March. As you come up with questions, feel free to ask. Lots of experienced heart surgery warriors here.

Kathy Kulig Thanks so much, Marie Myers. Yes, it's very different being on the receiving end of medical treatment ... Read more

Kathy Kulig Thanks so much, Marie Myers. Yes, it's very different being on the receiving end of medical treatment. Great to hear you're on your 4th anniversary! That's a comfort to hear!