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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 4, 2014

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Cristen Marzula uploaded a photo
11 years ago (February 2, 2015)
Road to Recovery: Mini-Sternotomy Incision
That's wonderful to see! In another 5 weeks it will be gone! Almost ;)
Thank you Tammy = ) I was hesitant to post, but I applaud the work of my doctors.
Cristen, that looks great, thank you for sharing.
I started using ScarAway silicone gel, so we'll see how it goes. I wish my scar from having a mole removed looked this good. Haha
I was also thinking about using the Bio Oil for scarring.
That looks great. . At one year out mine is so much thicker and redder. I have been using scar away so it is at least softer.
Cristen, That is awesome. I'd like to feature this at our FB page if you are okay with it? I know it would debunk a lot of fears patients have about their scars. Thoughts?
Hi Adam - For the sake of other patients, and to praise the skill of my surgical team ... I would be honored! Thank you so much for this incredible site; it truly helped me each step of the way = )
It is amazing how good it looks after such a short time.
Cristen - your scar looks great!!!!!!!
beautiful scar Cristen. you seem like a very kind hearted person and I wish you only good tidings and positive loving people in your life.
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Awesome! Thank you for sharing.

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