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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: September 5, 2019

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Lorraine Mobley got a guestbook from Linda

6 years ago (January 9, 2020)

Hello Lorraine, This year, I am on "track" to have mitral valve repair surgery and I just wanted to thank you for posting your pictures throughout your recovery from open heart surgery. I love how you have worn v neck styles. You look great and I would agree with those... Read more.

Lorraine Mobley

6 years ago (January 9, 2020)

You are very welcome! The road has some bumps but nothing you cannot overcome! I sometimes wear scarves but you know what?--when you earn a scar you should show it off! Stay positive, that is half the battle!

Lorraine Mobley got a guestbook from Kristin Bell

6 years ago (November 5, 2019)

Hi Lorraine, I am a 31 year old mother of 2 (ages 6 and 1) I was told yesterday that my mitral valve will need to be repaired/replaced. I am extremely nervous. Could you tell me how the recovery has been for you and what the "waking up" was?

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Lorraine Mobley

6 years ago (November 5, 2019)

Every patient is different, the waking up for me was scary because I needed the breathing tube longer than most. Most people get it removed within hours. Everything since the first day has been fine. A lot of the things I read about pain with chest tubes,etc I did not... Read more.

Susan Lynn

6 years ago (November 6, 2019)

Kristin - I didn't have any issues waking up and actually felt relaxed. Recovery wasn't bad either, but even with my minimally invasive mini- thoracotomy entry, I had a lifting restriction of 5 lbs. for 3 months. As Lorraine said, you will feel tired, so you may need help with... Read more.

Kristin Bell

6 years ago (November 6, 2019)

Thank you both for your response. I am feeling better about it, just nervous. The bypass machine is scary and has my anxiety through the roof.

Thomas Brusstar

6 years ago (November 6, 2019)

Oh, I wouldn't worry about the bypass. You'll sleep through it! I woke up with the breathing tube still in, which is just uncomfortable but doesn't really hurt. I just had to gesture and spell things with my fingers for my wife and the nurses for an hour or two... Read more.