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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: May 3, 2018

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Tammy Seigel got a guestbook from Louanna Miller

7 years ago (July 30, 2018)

Tammy, I read on one of your posts that you are three weeks post MVR. Did you have it done minimally invasive or through the sternum? I will be seeing a surgeon August 8 to schedule surgery the week of August 20. Our son is getting married at the end... Read more.

Tammy Seigel

Sorry I didn't respond sooner. I didn't get a notice that you had written. I am now 9 weeks out. My surgery was through the sternum and my energy is getting better all the time, but still not where I'd like it to be. Part of the issue is a... Read more.

Tammy Seigel got a guestbook from Susan Killian

8 years ago (June 5, 2018)

Hoping you had a smooth surgery and smooth recovery!

Anna Jones

Sending prayers and best wishes for an easy recovery.

Tom Lib

Thanks! I am 50% ready to get this over with and 50% ready to run! Lol!

Anna Jones

Tom, there is a group of us who are getting ready to run and hide. You can join us if you wish.

Tom Lib

Thanks Anna. Oh if we could only outrun it for real. We will all get through it. I keep thinking positive. It's not easy though.👍🏻

Tammy Seigel got a guestbook from Gina Fiorentino

8 years ago (June 1, 2018)

Hi Tammy, I just read your story. Wishing you well on the 5th! I had my mitral valve repaired 12 weeks ago by Dr. Luis Castro, at Sequoia Hospital (near San Francisco). I've heard wonderful things about Dr. McCarthy! In fact, one of my "heart sisters" that I met on... Read more.

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Tammy Seigel

Thank you for the encouragement. It has been relatively smooth sailing(fingers crossed.) I am glad to be on the other side working toward healing and anticipate a slow steady journey back to full health! Hope you continue to do well!

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