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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 29, 2023

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2 years ago (August 3, 2024)

I Just finished my 2nd full day with kiddos. I have a great class so far. Fingers crossed! Last year I had the worst class. Even with the kids being pretty easy at this point, I have been going to sleep early. Last night I slept 10 1/2 hours and... Read more.

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Sue Maize

2 years ago (August 3, 2024)

Now THAT is one well organized classroom!! I'm so glad to hear things have started out well with this class—what grade do you teach Daneen? I taught high school French and History for 31 years and I've had great classes and not so great, but being a semestered system I... Read more.

Grace Mason

2 years ago (August 3, 2024)

Looks great, Daneen! 10.5 hours of sleep sounds amazing and you earned that!

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (August 3, 2024)

Thanks Ladies! I teach 3rd graders, basically 9 year olds! That's awesome Sue! I can't speak French but do speak Spanish! 31 years is a long time! I still have some years ahead of me myself. I worked for 5 hours today! And brought a little work home for tomorrow.... Read more.

Valerie Allen

2 years ago (August 4, 2024)

Hope you have a great year, Daneen!

Pam Dahl

2 years ago (August 7, 2024)

Hope you have a great school year, what a blessing that you have a great group this year!

Daneen Douglas added photos to a journal post

2 years ago (June 13, 2024)

It's been 7 1/2 weeks since my heart operation. I saw the surgeon today and found out I indeed had most of my ascending aorta replaced along with my aortic root and valve. My surgery was called a biological Bentall procedure- Figure B. It is nice knowing what I had... Read more.

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Darrell Malone

2 years ago (June 13, 2024)

It certainly incredible what can be done by these amazing doctors and their teams. Also nice to have a clear understanding of what was done. But back to work on a Friday? That was my original return to work but now it was pushed to the 29th. They said start... Read more.

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (June 13, 2024)

Thanks Darrell! It is definitely incredible what technology exists and blows my mind that a surgical team can perform operations such as these so easily. I know! 🙄 Our teaching contracts begin on the 26th, lol! They have teachers report back on weird days for professional development prior to students... Read more.

Matthew Allen

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

Hey Daneen, glad to hear you're doing well! In Another 5-7 weeks you won't believe how good you feel! Take it easy - back to work part time is a good idea! I've just turned 9 months, am back cycling and walking in the hills and am going great. Take... Read more.

Marie Myers

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

It is truly miraculous what the surgeons can do! I am thankful everyday that these technologies are available.

Tim Carpenter

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

Hi Daneen my question is do you notice a big difference on how you feel now than before the surgery? I was born with bicuspid aortic valve and never seen a cardiologist until last year . I do notice being short of breath when I exert myself to much does... Read more.

Darrell Malone

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

@Daneen ahh that makes sense. Yes we are on about the same time line. I feel very fortunate that I have work benefits and I can concentrate on recovering. I think I will enjoy retirement when that day comes LOL. Today my wife and I saw the dietitian and it... Read more.

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

That's great Darrell! I'm checking all the labels now…did a lot of research before surgery…but I'm sure a dietician will help. We have free dietician support at our cardiac rehab. I will make Sure to meet with them.

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

Thanks Matthew! I wish I could start back part time. I will be off of work 3 months by the time I start back, and luckily we comeback a week before kids return! So happy you are doing well and looking forward to getting to that point too! Joining a... Read more.

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

Tim, I have noticed a lot of differences after surgery. My ankles are swelling much less. They would be 100% skinny but I have lymph edema and venous insufficiency so I'm afraid I'm a bit stuck with it. But it is WAY better, especially when I stick to low sodium.... Read more.

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (June 14, 2024)

Marie, It is amazing for sure!