Steve B. posted a note for Todd that says:
Hi Todd!
How are you? I can't believe I had just had my one year anniversary. I have to say, 2013 was very hard year. Although I did not have any major complicatons, I still struggle with fatigue on most days. Would like to know how you are doing!
Todd Breeden Hey Steve...my how time flies. I would agree that I am not back to 100% and find myself tried most days. Before surgery I was in an exercise routine faithfully ... Read more
Todd Breeden Hey Steve...my how time flies. I would agree that I am not back to 100% and find myself tried most days. Before surgery I was in an exercise routine faithfully and since cardiac rehab I have tried to get back into the routine but find myself discouraged when I cannot do what I could before surgery. I don't know if this is normal and will pass or not. Keep in touch.
On June 4, 2013...
Debra posted a note for Todd that says:
Awesome News to hear Todd. You look great and I am glad you have the report to back it up. GOD IS GOOD AND HE WILL KEEP YOUR BEAT GOING :~)
Frank F posted a note for Todd that says:
Glad to hear that you are doing well, I had Aertic valve replacement with a Bovine valve , four yers ago and doing great, I did a lot of study and consultation on meachinacal VS tissue and decided to go with the Pericardal valve. In twenty years, hopefully there will be other options , (that is if I make it that long), so mechanical valve was definitely not an option for me either. I had very similar recovery to yours, scrachy throat and some coughing, but it all healed over time. Good kuck with the rest of your recovery
Todd,
Awesome to hear how good you are doing. I am at the same place in recovery, I was cleared on Monday to return to work by my cardiologist. I am still sore in my right chest(where I had the Thoracotomy for my AVR) . I have been working short hours this week and will hit it full time next week. Started rehab 2 weeks ago starting to jog slowly,4.5-5.0 on treadmill but chest sure seems to bounce around. I have not put my presurgical weight back on as I am still hovering around 162lb. Well glad to see you are moving along,keep strong and again thanks for the words throughout this crazy time in life.
Alex Vigil
Todd, wonderful news to hear about your progression and healing. Don't rush back to work. Enjoy your 2 weeks off. If you need to be reminded why you should take advantage of these 2 weeks off, call Darlene...I am sure she will give you many reasons to stay put :~{) GOD is Awesome and He will keep the beat going on....... Debra
Great news, especially the "no restictions". I would guess the doctors know you will push to hard when you come back to work, (not to mention our stress free environment here) and that is why you should take some extra time! See you soon! :-)
Glad to see your progress. I am facing surgery in a couple of months and am finding it helpful to learn from the experiences of those of you who have gone before me. It is interesting that your surgeon didn't think you needed rehab. My surgeon said the same thing to me--because he thinks that I am in good condition--but that I might want to do it for a bit to get a baseline. Take care!
It was so great seeing you last week. Now that your "caretaker" is gone, please take care of yourself & if you need anything please don't hesitate to let me know. I know its still a challenge for you, but you're making great strides & progress so continue to do what GOD has in plan for you to heal & let the "beat go on".
Todd glad to here things are going good. I like keeping up with your journal to see if I am on a good recovery pace. I am starting cardiac rehab today which I am excited to get to. My right shoulder is starting to loosen up but still gets stiff after doing some light(2.5lb)weights. I have increased my walks to about 1.5-2miles a day. I am slowly getting use to the clicking of my new valve,happy to be alive with the family. Keep getting strong.
Alex Vigil
Todd Breeden Good hearing from you Alex. G;ad to hear things are going well with you. I am looking forward to starting rehab hopefully soon. Keep in touch and God bless.
On February 22, 2013...
Hi Todd! Now just because your caretaker has gone back to work doen't mean you can just do any ole thing you please ...It was great seeing you pop into my office. I will leave it at that :~) And you look really good. GOD is Awesome and He will keep the beat going on....... Debra
Hi Todd, I am so glad to read about your progress. Hopefully the shoulder will be an easy fix. You are still in my prayers. Enjoy the time off because the way you are going, you will be back in no time:~{) God is Awesome and still a Healer. Keep the beat going... Debra
Todd, you sound fabulous for 14 days post op. try to enjoy the rest; i bet that pain in shoulder goes away after a bit of physical therapy. make yourself watch all the reality tv shows and you will fall asleep. haha. jeanie
Hope your shoulder pain is just something that will pass and nothing serious, glad you are feeling so well otherwise. Saw your post on your walking, that is awesome!
Terry Bell
My condolences for the loss of your Uncle... prayers for you & your family! Also, continued prayers for the healing process! It appears you are making great strides to recover, but take it day by day to increase your strength & stamina. It has to be a blessing & relief to have your "soldier" with you, near you, & to comfort you during this process. Keep up the great work… miss your presence here in the "office"!
Thank you for sharing your recovery journey with all of us. However, we are so very sorry to hear about your loss. You will continue to be in our prayers for your healing. May God wrap you in his arms and fill you with comfort and peace.
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your uncle. Our prayers go out to your family.
We continue to be amazed as we read about your journey. You are much stronger than you think you are!!
Thinking of you!!!
Courtney and Shiff
Todd,
I was reading your post and thought wow I could have wrote the same thing. I can barely lift my right arm,pain throughout the shoulder joint. My incision is sore slightly swollen but where the drains were looks terrible I also have had a little drainage from one that we are keeping an eye on. I have lost about 9lb since surgery. My biggest problem is the ups and downs one day feel great,next day can barely get out of bed. Crazy keep fighting
Alex Vigil
Avr01/22/13
Todd Breeden Alex good hearing from you. I put ice packs on my shoulder last night with not much relief. I put icy hot on my shoulder this morning with some relief in pain. ... Read more
Todd Breeden Alex good hearing from you. I put ice packs on my shoulder last night with not much relief. I put icy hot on my shoulder this morning with some relief in pain. My local doctor also showed me some simple exercises to do to help keep the range of motion in my shoulder. Stay strong.
On February 6, 2013...
Thank you for sharing your progress Todd but sorry to hear about the difficulties. Steve feels weak also and I may suggest he take a cooler shower as he likes them hot also. Hope you do listen to your body's cues and get all the rest you can. Our thoughts are with you as we are in this together.
Showering was one of the most challenging and uncomfortable parts of my recovery. I think it got much easier at weeks 3 & 4. I am glad you got the medical help you needed and there is a simple plan to prevent it in the future. Keep on getting better.
thanks for your update. i'm looking forward to mv repair and maze for afib in a month or so. i am very interested in EVERYTHING about your recovery period. please don't sugar-coat anything. i'm rooting for you daily. keep deep breathing. jeanie
Hi Todd, so glad you are home. I am excited for you. Doctors give you medicine for a reason :~) Since your wife is getting stronger, I would do as she suggest :~) Still believing in prayer, by His Stripes you ARE Healed... Thanks for the updates, Debra
Todd,
Yea having the same problem,losing weight. I started this journey at about 175,workout and run 6 days a week, today 164 walked about a mile today hurting now. Everything tastes so bad right now and the pain meds messed my stomach up. Well can't complain time to fight get strong,good luck man lets keep in touch to get through this. Did you end up with tissue, my dr thought mechanical would be best as I was 28mm plus lots of CA.
Alex Vigil
You can't keep a good man down! Hahaha~ Great news and we are all still praying and giving praise for what HE has done and will continue to do.
Love and prayers to you, Traci and girls. ~Gedie
Everyday will get better....8 days post op and I finally slept a straight 4 hours last night. When you get home things will get better quicker. Hang in there!!!!
Great to hear how well you are doing!! Keep it up and you'll be back home, in your own bed very soon. It will be an incredible feeling, I know for aa fact :) God's Grace and Blessings are indeed very awesome things.
Great to hear from you Todd. Glad they were able to control the pain. It gives me a great deal of peace of mind that you, Alex, Michelle and others are now on the other side of things. I hope to join you real soon... In the meantime, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers for your recovery, strength and encouragement.
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How are you? I can't believe I had just had my one year anniversary. I have to say, 2013 was very hard year. Although I did not have any major complicatons, I still struggle with fatigue on most days. Would like to know how you are doing!
Steve B.
MVR 1/31/13