That is interesting - the symptoms you did not know were symptoms! I am sure you will be so happy to be home, Lori. So glad to read this, and hope you feel ...Read more
That is interesting - the symptoms you did not know were symptoms! I am sure you will be so happy to be home, Lori. So glad to read this, and hope you feel a little better every day. Take care, and take time to be good to yourself. You deserve it - you have been through a lot. Hugs from Maine. xo
Glad to hear you are on the mend. Keep up the good work!
Love and hugs,
Lori Mitchell Every journey is different. Yes, this site is encouraging and informative. I unfortunately mislead myself into thinking this would be a breeze because others on this site had a seemingly easier time. Remember that your journey may be easier or harder. Christine, you are wise, my friend!
Mine was harder than I expected. But they call you a “warrior” and now I am recovering, looking ahead, trying not to look behind and ruminate over all the shortcomings.
Lori Mitchell Every journey is different. Yes, this site is encouraging and informative. I unfortunately mislead myself into thinking this would be a breeze because others on this site had a seemingly easier time. Remember that your journey may be easier or harder. Christine, you are wise, my friend!
Mine was harder than I expected. But they call you a “warrior” and now I am recovering, looking ahead, trying not to look behind and ruminate over all the shortcomings.
The surgeon said that tests show that the repair is “beautiful” and “there are no leaks” and that is what is important.
Our backgrounds leading to surgery
sound identical. I was also diagnosed with severe mitral valve
regurgitation although asymptomatic. After talking with Dr. Chikwe, I decided
to not wait until developing symptoms before having the valve repaired. Dr.
Chikwe and her team performed my robotic mitral repair Sept 19. They are
absolutely amazing. The surgery went very well and the entire team at
Cedars Sinai was caring and personable. I am currently walking four miles a
day. They will all take very good care of you!
Lori Mitchell I’m happy to hear it went so well for you and thank you for sharing with me!
Bill and I are sending you lots of positive energy! My walks on the beach are dedicated to you in my prayers. You are strong and will come through this like ...Read more
Bill and I are sending you lots of positive energy! My walks on the beach are dedicated to you in my prayers. You are strong and will come through this like a champ!!!!
Our backgrounds leading to surgery sound identical. I was also diagnosed with severe mitral valve regurgitation although asymptomatic. After ...Read more
Lori,
Our backgrounds leading to surgery sound identical. I was also diagnosed with severe mitral valve regurgitation although asymptomatic. After talking with Dr. Chikwe, I decided to not wait until developing symptoms before having the valve repaired. Dr. Chikwe and her team performed my robotic mitral repair Sept 19. They are absolutely amazing. The surgery went very well and the entire team at Cedars Sinai was caring and personable. I am currently walking four miles a day. They will all take very good care of you!
Hi Lori, love the background in your photo! Is that real? Boy, did you pick an outstanding surgeon with Dr. Chikwe. Most important decision ever is... Read more
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Hi Lori, love the background in your photo! Is that real? Boy, did you pick an outstanding surgeon with Dr. Chikwe. Most important decision ever is your surgeon. Dr. Chikwe worked under my surgeon in NYC, Dr. Adams, and I know he admires her. You are in great hands, literally.
Hi Lori, you are in excellent hands, and so am confident it will go well. I am glad you can easily keep us looped in to you and your journey. And I think ...Read more
Hi Lori, you are in excellent hands, and so am confident it will go well. I am glad you can easily keep us looped in to you and your journey. And I think you are pretty cool decide to go to Cedars Sinai for this. Send us photos of your neighborhood and your apartment! Take care and keep blogging when you can.
Lori Mitchell Thanks Christine! It was good to speak with you yesterday!💕💕
Hi Lori, I am looking forward to keeping up to date on your progress, the before and after, and hearing all the good news of your steady recovery. All the best ...Read more
Hi Lori, I am looking forward to keeping up to date on your progress, the before and after, and hearing all the good news of your steady recovery. All the best from Maine - Christine. xo