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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: October 4, 2015

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Liz Burroughs got a guestbook from Janet Johnson
8 years ago (October 26, 2017)
Hi Liz, My story is very similar to yours. I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse when I was in college. I am now in my early 50's. I had minimally invasive mitral valve repair surgery with the DaVinci robot seven months ago. I am feeling really great, but the... Read more.
Hi Janet, Yes, our stories are very similar. I have one main scar which is about 2 inches long. I also have about 3 or 4 very small scars...I can only really see about 2 or 3 of the small ones now...they're very faint. I don't remember having any pain... Read more.
Liz Burroughs got a guestbook from Lynee Casper
10 years ago (February 28, 2016)
Hi Liz, so sorry, my condolences on losing your Dad. My 94 year old Dad passed away Feb 10th. I know your sadness, but also I hear some pride and sweet memories. My Dad was an amazing guy too. Sounds like they could have been brothers! I told myself that... Read more.
Thank you so much Lynee! I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. We can both learn a lot from our dads! Good luck with your surgery!! I'll be praying for you.
Liz Burroughs got a guestbook from Linda H and Elsie
10 years ago (February 27, 2016)
What a nice tribute to your Dad. I'm sure he is very happy and being with your Mom. You take care and blessings to you and your family.
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