Deb's Photos

Kimberly Eisenhut  Hard to believe they leave those in you. Yikes, I'd probably have an allergic reaction to it knowing me! Hope you feel better quickly

Grace Mason   Thanks for sharing pic of your wire Deb. It's interesting to see the size of it and the twist. I'm amazed I don't "feel" them all the time, though I do have occasional twinges that I imagine have something to do with my wires. 

Hope you are feeling more comfortable soon...💐

Sher Follett  Deb I am so glad I saw your note today. I have surgery next Thursday April 10th and I have a huge metal allergy so wondering about removal. The surgeons said they could be removed later if I have a problem with the metal. When I broke my ankle, All the rods were coming out of my ankle because my body was rejecting the metal. I have suspected I would get crazy glued back together but good to know someone that has had their metal removed. I hope speedy recovery for you now that you are on the mend without the wires now.

Susan Giesy  I had a constant dull pain in my sternum and had my sternal wires removed as well.  Much more pain after the procedure than I expected.  When I reported this to the surgeon, I was shocked at the response as she was almost accusing me of wanting opiates.  Pain gradually subsided and was much reduced after six weeks and I thought this was great and I could certainly live with this.  After eight weeks, pain was completely gone and has never returned.  Absolutely no regrets about having this done.

Nancy White  I’ve developed a lump at the top end my incision. I’m having my wires removed on Tuesday. The CT scan showed fluid over the wires but also lymph enlargement that concerns them (And me). Another thing to worry about. 

Susan Lynn  Deb - You look fabulous! You'll be surprised how much better you'll feel in a week or two! Hang in there!

Rose Madura  It's definitely no picnic in the park but you did it!  Each day you will feel stronger. Stay ahead of the pain.  Thank you for the update.

Mark Buttell  So good to hear! Best to you and your new beginning in life. It truly is an incredible place and they are very good with the whole process for their heart champs! Hoping three weeks from today I too will be discharged from Mayo. God Bless you!

jonette kruk  Congratulations Deb, you look wonderful! I love your smile on your face. Day by day and sometimes minute by minute! Try not to be too hard on yourself. 

Thank goodness for the skilled medical teams, these individuals are very gifted and have a huge part of the recovery process. I can't thank my care team enough, I told them over and over, "I wouldn't be where I am today, if it weren't for you." 

I am 28 days post op from mitral valve robotic surgery and the pain and chest tubes were excruciating at times, but things do get better. Make sure to take your pain meds and stay on top of them so you are not chasing the pain. Before you know it, things will get better when you least expect it. Let your loved ones help you and take in the support you receive. You got this! We are here for you if you have any questions or just want to vent. This site is such a blessing! Godspeed! 

Ana Brusso  Congratulations on your successful surgery Deb. You made it and now you are in recovery. Take it easy but try to walk inside the house as much as you can. Don’t over do it, be patient with your body. And yes these surgeons are amazing and more amazing is God that guides them. God bless you 

Carol Jackson  I see you had Dr. Greason as your surgeon. He is the best and as I recall had great bedside manner when I had OHS 9 years ago. He was also on the team for my TAVR last year.