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1059 days ago

Susan Molina posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine

So glad you are doing well. Just wondering if you had any symptoms or this was found by a regular check up. Regards, Susan Molina

Kristine Schroeder Hi Susan. I had no symptoms. This was actually discovered by a gastroenterologist when I went for a c ... Read more

Kristine Schroeder Hi Susan. I had no symptoms. This was actually discovered by a gastroenterologist when I went for a colonoscopy consultation. Looking back I was having some palpitations, but had chalked them up to too much caffeine and/or allergy meds.

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1061 days ago

John Oliver posted a note for Kristine that says:

Congratulations Kristine. My story was similar; surprise diagnosis, MR, ruptured chordate, flail anterior leaflet, etc.. Right minimally invasive... Read more

Congratulations Kristine. My story was similar; surprise diagnosis, MR, ruptured chordate, flail anterior leaflet, etc.. Right minimally invasive thoracotomy, delayed pleural effusion 10 weeks out. I'm finally feeling like my old self. Heart Valve Surgery .com was instrumental in easing my anxiety and letting me know I wasn't the only one with this problem and helping me find an outstanding MV repair surgeon- Dr Joseph Lamelas at U of M.

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1061 days ago

Robert kirk posted a note for Kristine that says:

Congratulations and glad hearing your success. Pray you have a long and fruitful life.

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1061 days ago

Ralph Wright posted a note for Kristine that says:

Thank you for this post, heading in for MV repair next month, good to hear your story.

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1061 days ago

Gary Whiddon posted a note for Kristine that says:

So happy for you Kristine! My robotic mitral valve repair surgery is in a week, so at age 70 I am in good health and hope to recover within a couple months. ...Read more

So happy for you Kristine! My robotic mitral valve repair surgery is in a week, so at age 70 I am in good health and hope to recover within a couple months. I have severe mitral valve regurgitation and feel shortness of breath when walking uphill. God and family take care of me, so I am in good hands. Best. Gary

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1076 days ago

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Timothy Andre posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine, we haven't heard from you in a while. I hope you are well and recovery is moving forward in a positive direction

Kristine Schroeder Thank You for checking on me Timothy. I’m feeling great. Heart rate still a bit high for me, but ri ... Read more

Kristine Schroeder Thank You for checking on me Timothy. I’m feeling great. Heart rate still a bit high for me, but riding my bike and getting back to swimming. Just navigating life that takes more strength some times than other times. 😊

Timothy Andre Yay, so happy you are doing well. Nothing like getting back to doing all the activities and things y... Read more

Timothy Andre Yay, so happy you are doing well. Nothing like getting back to doing all the activities and things you love. Your heart rate will get there, you are I believe about 6 months post-op, they say it takes a full year before feeling 100%.

I've been back to the gym for a month and still training for my pilgrimage that will begin in April. It's nice to hear from you. Take care and God bless you

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1190 days ago

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Klara Čičić posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine, it is so good to see you! You are such a warrior and inspiration. Your heart journey was one of the first I followed while anxiously waiting for my ...Read more

Kristine, it is so good to see you! You are such a warrior and inspiration. Your heart journey was one of the first I followed while anxiously waiting for my own surgery, it is imprinted in my memory. It is therefore even greater pleasure seeing you thriving. All the best!

Kristine Schroeder Thanks, Klara. I hope your recovery is going well. Hang in there!!

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1191 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine ,
Great to see that you're back out on the water .
I hope you can tolerate wearing a personal flotation device . Have fun and keep paddling

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1195 days ago

Susan Eckermann posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine.Thank you so much for your thoughtful note. It has been a busy few weeks. I had another surgical consult today with a surgeon I fell very good about ...Read more

Hi Kristine.Thank you so much for your thoughtful note. It has been a busy few weeks. I had another surgical consult today with a surgeon I fell very good about and have faith in. Surgery will be November 7! Having a date has brought some peace to me and I am now anxiously preparing. I''m also having the minimally invasive surgery. Hopefully a repair, but possibly replacement. Both the anterior and posterior leaflets are prolapsed (I think that's the word) and I have a ruptured chord. My regurgitation is severe and I'm frequently in a-fib. The surgeon is very optimistic that a successful repair can be made but if not, I will have a porcine replacement. They will also clip the left appendage to prevent clots from forming there, and drain a large cyst that formed on the pericardial sack. An estimated 5 hours of surgery! That frightens me, but It is time and I am ready. How are you feeling thus far into recovery? I am so fearful of exertion since my diagnosis. I'm anxious to have the valve fixed and start building my strength again. I wish you continued healing and strength.

Kristine Schroeder Hi Susan. sounds like a great plan with a surgeon you have confidence in, and that is more than half ... Read more

Kristine Schroeder Hi Susan. sounds like a great plan with a surgeon you have confidence in, and that is more than half the battle!. Our surgeries sound very similar with the exception of the cyst. Going into the surgery I only knew of the ruptured cords and the posterior flail. It wasn’t until the surgeon was in the middle of the operation that he discovered the anterior flap needed repair as well. My five hour surgery turned into an eight hour surgery. Of course, I knew none of it until I woke up in the ICU. I am doing really well. My right chest is still numb from the nerve block, and I occasionally have what feels like little shocks as the nerves begin to regenerate. I have resumed all normal activities and was driving about three or four weeks after my surgery. I would say the eight or nine week mark was the turning point for me with soreness. I also lost some of my sense of taste especially for sweets and that all disappeared as well around the eight or nine week mark. Time now to prepare mentally. If you have the opportunity to do any mindfulness training I highly recommend it. 😉 you will be sharing your own recovery experience very soon. Please reach out if you have any other questions.

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1218 days ago

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Klara Čičić posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine, it is so good to hear from you. My Anxiety finally started to kick in. I guess I just have to find a way to manage it in my head and be happy that ...Read more

Hi Kristine, it is so good to hear from you. My Anxiety finally started to kick in. I guess I just have to find a way to manage it in my head and be happy that "she" waited for so long :)) I am glad you are ok and recovering well, my fellow Barlow warrior!

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1235 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Happy birthday Kristine !

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1236 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine ,
wonderful to see you out and about and feeling well

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1263 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine , it's still very early days . You are doing really well . Take things one day at a time

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1264 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine- Hoping you're having a smooth recovery! Thinking of you!

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Kristine Schroeder 10 day post op with surgeon today. They tell me I am looking good. Unfortunately, I have moderate ple ... Read more

Kristine Schroeder 10 day post op with surgeon today. They tell me I am looking good. Unfortunately, I have moderate pleural effusion of the right lung. Looks like an ultra sound next week and if necessary they will tap lung (after I am off the Elequis for 5 days). Going to do my best to keep moving to keep that from happening. Also, dealing with a small pressure wound, but I know how to handle those!! I am almost completely transferring myself as of yesterday ….. thanks to God and my supportive husband. Tad bit emotional too!
Onward I go!!!!

Kristine! So glad to hear from you. You made it! I also had pleural effusion on both lungs a few days ... Read more

Kristine! So glad to hear from you. You made it! I also had pleural effusion on both lungs a few days after surgery but Lasix and moving as I could resolved it. You will be fine. Glad your husband is there for you. Will keep you in my prayers, God is watching over you. Be well heart warrior 🙏❤️

Kristine Schroeder Thanks, Ana. Back on three days of lasix and hopefully that will do the trick!

Deena Z Kristin, you are doing so well! I know the pleural effusion is bothersome, but it can be handled ef... Read more

Deena Z Kristin, you are doing so well! I know the pleural effusion is bothersome, but it can be handled effectively. Definitely keep moving, glad you did not have the full sternum cut, because you can already use your arms to move yourself around. God bless you.

Susan Lynn Kristine - Sometimes the road to recovery is a little longer and more winding than we anticipate; bu... Read more

Susan Lynn Kristine - Sometimes the road to recovery is a little longer and more winding than we anticipate; but keep looking ahead. You're a rock star - you've got this!

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1270 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

….. Kristine , you did it and you are
standing out

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1270 days ago

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Hi Kristine

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1270 days ago

Susan Lynn posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine- Hoping you're home by now! Please give us a shout out when you can. Thinking of you!

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1272 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine - How's our latest inductee to the recovery club? We're thinking of you, today, and looking forward to extending an official welcome to you!

Rose Madura Wishing you well. Please amirite when you can.

Deena Z Hi Kristine, thinking of you!

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1272 days ago

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Deena Z posted a note for Kristine that says:

Thinking of you, Kristine. Welcome to recovery!

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1273 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Hi Kristine , welcome to recovery .

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1273 days ago

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Adam Pick posted a note for Kristine that says:

You got this Kristine! Our thoughts are with you!

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1273 days ago

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Klara Čičić posted a note for Kristine that says:

Dear Kristine, good luck! :) Can't wait to hear the update!

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1274 days ago

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Patsy Stewart posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine, I’m sending lots of prayers your way. You’re almost there! You’ve got this! ~❤️

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1274 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine , good luck for tomorrow.

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1274 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Kristine that says:

Kristine - By this time tomorrow your procedure will be behind you and you'll be munching on the world's greatest ice chips! We'll be cheering for you... Read more

Kristine - By this time tomorrow your procedure will be behind you and you'll be munching on the world's greatest ice chips! We'll be cheering for you and awaiting your post-op good news! You're ready - go get 'em!

Kristine Schroeder Thank you!!!! Can’t wait!

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