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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

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3 years ago (June 14, 2023)

First post-op short run... followed by 2 miles of brisk walking. I felt like a noob the whole way but it was good to test it out. I felt like it was harder to manage my breathing today than before the surgery but I'm only 5 weeks post-op. I know... Read more.

Allen Carkner

3 years ago (June 14, 2023)

Nice to hear you're able to jog a bit. Try not to over do it and just push it to the point rehab or doctor suggests especially early on.

Grace Mason

3 years ago (June 14, 2023)

I would be happy to feel like a noob everyday if I could run a mile with that time😊

Rose Madura

3 years ago (June 14, 2023)

Way to go Andy. You are doing great! I'm not sure what a noob is by I'm probably one. 😊

Andrew Dial

3 years ago (June 14, 2023)

Keep pushin!

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (June 15, 2023)

Take it easy Andy, your body is still healing. It is hard to find a nice balance between testing yourself and pushing too hard. Just be careful. You are doing great. Things will improve with time.

Pamela Gregory

3 years ago (June 15, 2023)

Impressive Andy, but definitely take it easy. So glad you are feeling so good!

Shelly Hubbard

3 years ago (June 15, 2023)

Wow that is amazing but be careful!

Andy Teel

3 years ago (June 19, 2023)

So yeah, I did start back a little too early and I have listened to you all and you good advice to take it a bit slower. I was not recommended to Cardiac Rehab for a few reasons so the timelines on getting back to running were a bit blurry.... Read more.

Andy Teel added photos to a journal post

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Am I right or am I right? :)

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Susan Lynn

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Who would ever think there's spirometer humor?? Very funny, Andy! 😊❤️

Andy Teel

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

😉

Richard Munson

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Spirometer humor, love it.

Marie Myers

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

So true!!

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Hahaha good one

Pamela Gregory

3 years ago (May 13, 2023)

👍

Andy Teel added photos to a journal post

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

It was a tough 36 hours but the staff here took really good care of me. Life gets exponentially better after the chest tube comes out. Every thing was a success and looks like I may be going home today! Thank you all for the kind support. Now time to... Read more.

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Jason Hyrup

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

You look good Andy. I hope you go home soon. I wouldnt rush it if i was you. My surgery is on May 19th at 7:30 am and i'm not looking foward to it. I'm really scared... But your story is helping. I hope i do as well as you.... Read more.

Grace Mason

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Woot woot! Great news Andy 👍

Susan Lynn

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Yeah, Andy! You did it!! Looking good! ❤️

Valerie Allen

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Looking very good! So glad it went well!

Andy Teel

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

You got this Jason. The surgery you never even knew it happened aside from waking up with all the things stuck to you. The chest tube for minimal is the toughest thing I dealt with… I had to work with the staff to get the pain under control but we... Read more.

Andy Teel

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Thank you all ❤️

Rose Madura

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Congratulations Andy. Now's the time to listen to your body; nap whenever you want and walk. Walking is very good for you! Godspeed.

Ana Brusso

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

You look great Andy. Congratulations on your long and successful surgery. Now on to recovery. Continued good health and God bless you 🙏❤️

Klara Čičić

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Yay Andy! Agree about the chest tubes. It was agonizing. You are doing great!

Donna Casaletto

3 years ago (May 12, 2023)

Looking great 😌 👏

Pamela Gregory

3 years ago (May 13, 2023)

You look great Andy! Going home is wonderful. I'm so glad you are on the other side of surgery and begging your healing. Take it easy and listen to your body❤️

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