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2320 days ago

back in Hospital I have pericardial effusion fluid around the heart as well as unknown. Viral infection, shortness of breath and chest pain especially when ...Read more

back in Hospital I have pericardial effusion fluid around the heart as well as unknown. Viral infection, shortness of breath and chest pain especially when i take a deep breath. To say this sucks , im so frustrated i tell you These 2 years have chang

Rita Savelis That sucks for sure. So sorry to see you back in hospital.

Peter Eglinton So sorry to hear you're back in the hospital. Thinking of you.

Catie B John, I'm sure sorry to hear this! I know you're more than ready to be all healed up. Hoping you will ... Read more

Catie B John, I'm sure sorry to hear this! I know you're more than ready to be all healed up. Hoping you will be, very soon.

Kathy Santoro Sorry for the trouble. I had some symptoms like yours for quite awhile and was dx with post pericardi ... Read more

Kathy Santoro Sorry for the trouble. I had some symptoms like yours for quite awhile and was dx with post pericardiotomy syndrome.
Colchicine and ibuprofen helped bring my inflammation markers down. If they haven't done crp and sed rate suggest. Hospitalist during my readmit didn't do them. My cardiologist did and they were very elevated. That's a hallmark of the syndrome with that pain on inspiration.

Mike Roskowinski Hey John I am sorry to hear. Hospitals stays suck and I feel bad for you. Hopefully things clear up q ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Hey John I am sorry to hear. Hospitals stays suck and I feel bad for you. Hopefully things clear up quickly and you can get back home soon. Sometimes recovery has its downs as I know with the C Diff that I went through. Keep fighting and get out of that place.

Marie Myers Hoping things clear up for you quickly!

Barbara Wood So sorry! Hope you feel better soon!

Rose Madura Readmissions are a tough pill to swallow. Hope things get better for you soon.

Susan Lynn John - Sorry to hear you're back in the hospital. Focus on healing and take care of yourself. It ... Read more

Susan Lynn John - Sorry to hear you're back in the hospital. Focus on healing and take care of yourself. It will all be worth it when your health is restored. You will get there. ❤

Rob Sparling John, I am sorry to hear you are having a set back! Sucks! Keep looking ahead, man. You’ll get th ... Read more

Rob Sparling John, I am sorry to hear you are having a set back! Sucks! Keep looking ahead, man. You’ll get there. Praying for swift resolution! 🤞

Shannon Gray I am so sorry... it is hard, I know it is. I, too, had a pericardial effusion and it was tough. I jus ... Read more

Shannon Gray I am so sorry... it is hard, I know it is. I, too, had a pericardial effusion and it was tough. I just wanted to be fully recovered and move on. Hoping you’re receiving great care and this is just a blip on the radar.

Valerie Herndon-Vitarella Sorry to hear that you are having these issues. Hoping you feel better soon.

leslie terjesen Feel better. Prayers for a quick recovery and resolution to this setback.

Joey Hardee Praying for you John. I know it has to be crazy frustrating. Hope they get this fixed and you can get ... Read more

Joey Hardee Praying for you John. I know it has to be crazy frustrating. Hope they get this fixed and you can get better soon!

John Moralesposted a photo

2387 days ago

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My last chest X-ray a few days ago i tried to tag what i could im not sure if the ring on the right next to the pacemaker is a annuloplasty or the clip for ...Read more

My last chest X-ray a few days ago i tried to tag what i could im not sure if the ring on the right next to the pacemaker is a annuloplasty or the clip for Left Atrial Appendage closure.

Rita Savelis Cool xray. I posted mine as well and have the same pacemaker. Had to get my cardiologist to explain w ... Read more

Rita Savelis Cool xray. I posted mine as well and have the same pacemaker. Had to get my cardiologist to explain which circle was which valve...

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2394 days ago

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Today is exactly 4 weeks post my OHS ... started to walk 30 min around the neighbourhood trying to work my recovery ..it has not been easy dealing with the ...Read more

Today is exactly 4 weeks post my OHS ... started to walk 30 min around the neighbourhood trying to work my recovery ..it has not been easy dealing with the mental and physical aspects of this all friday i see my cardio to see if i can start to drive and

Bradley Dunn Fantastic... looks chilly!

Don Brown I read ur story and what u went through and i can really relate with u on the mental part. I think we ... Read more

Don Brown I read ur story and what u went through and i can really relate with u on the mental part. I think we almost feel like half the man(or woman) and want to just be our normal pain free and not think of our limations. I am glad you our doing good. God bless my friend

Kevin Bradley Great news, John! Keep up the good work.

Dan Baltazor Way to go John!! Keep it up!!

Joey Hardee Nice! Getting better! Rock on, John!

Mike Roskowinski Looking good. Keep it up. Love the success stories

Dan Vechiola Way to go John! Keep grinding one day at a time and when you look back you will be amazed at your pro ... Read more

Dan Vechiola Way to go John! Keep grinding one day at a time and when you look back you will be amazed at your progress.

Mava Reif You have been through so much, it's good to see you smile! Prayers for your mental & physical progres ... Read more

Mava Reif You have been through so much, it's good to see you smile! Prayers for your mental & physical progress! God bless you!

John Moralesposted a photo

2403 days ago

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Almost 3 weeks post OHS 2 valves repaired

John Morales Almost 3 weeks post OHS 2 valves repaired , scar is healing well surgeon discharged me back to cardi ... Read more

John Morales Almost 3 weeks post OHS 2 valves repaired , scar is healing well surgeon discharged me back to cardio said i looked great I said now if i only felt great still get very tired still a bit numb on my right hand still cant sleep well and still foggy head its a sinus or ear thing but im glad to be alive. And i guess im improving a bit, thought going out today wore me out.. know it will take time and patience I'm tryin to stay off the couch and being lazy during the day not easy when your exhausted and don't get much sleep .God is good.

Tracy Fallu Rest is important during recovery; please don’t feel that is being lazy. Rest is how our body heals ... Read more

Tracy Fallu Rest is important during recovery; please don’t feel that is being lazy. Rest is how our body heals.

Debbie Moriarty I also made the mistake of being too hard on myself in the beginning. Let your body rest. And listen ... Read more

Debbie Moriarty I also made the mistake of being too hard on myself in the beginning. Let your body rest. And listen to your body for how much you should do. We all get to the same place after surgery, just that some get there faster than others!! Hang in there!
(I’m just now saying this at 3 1/2 months out!) 😊

Rita Savelis "Lazy" is really okay, John. Everything is okay. You're not doing anything wrong. Listen to your body ... Read more

Rita Savelis "Lazy" is really okay, John. Everything is okay. You're not doing anything wrong. Listen to your body. Give yourself a break. One short walk a day can wear you out for the rest of the day. I spent a lot of time on the sofa staring out into space. I watched more TV than ever before. Healing takes a lot of energy. You'll heal in your own time. A lot doesn't depend on you. Your whole system has been through a shock. You can't see your heart, but if you had a broken leg you'd give yourself a break. You deserve a big break right now. Two valve repairs is more then one.

Sommer Russell Wow, that is amazing!!!

Mike Roskowinski Keep pushing through John! Before you know it you will be ready to run the next Boston Marathon! So ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Keep pushing through John! Before you know it you will be ready to run the next Boston Marathon! Someday I will be on that recovery side and not sure what to expect for myself but I am hoping to get it done in April and get in a round of golf before the summer ends!! Right now I am in the goal setting mode for my recovery. Thinking maybe if I set goals to where I want to be at in certain weeks it might help me push through the recovery. God bless and yes he is amazing to give us all a chance with these excellent surgeons to extend our lives!!

Dan Baltazor It's part of it John. Walk and sleep are your goals. Hang in there.

Mava Reif Glad to see your update! Your body needs plenty of rest time to heal! Keep on keeping on. We are pu ... Read more

Mava Reif Glad to see your update! Your body needs plenty of rest time to heal! Keep on keeping on. We are pulling for you! God bless!

David Moore This is Cheryl - I agree with Dan B.... Walk, sleep, rest, and eat right. God is good and He is till ... Read more

David Moore This is Cheryl - I agree with Dan B.... Walk, sleep, rest, and eat right. God is good and He is till in the prayer answering business. Praying for you.

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2413 days ago

Dianne A, Kaaren Carone, Christopher May and 13 others reacted to this

Finally home after 8 days Mitral repair , Tricuspid repair, atrial clip yes very nice pic but ..im sore ,im tired im out of breath. blah its only been over ...Read more

Finally home after 8 days Mitral repair , Tricuspid repair, atrial clip yes very nice pic but ..im sore ,im tired im out of breath. blah its only been over a week im glad to be alive i just wanna start to feel better...thanks to ever

Thomas Brusstar Ahhhhh, nice to be home! Great work.

Jeff W Looking good! Just take it one day at a time. You’ll have some good days and some bad days, but it ... Read more

Jeff W Looking good! Just take it one day at a time. You’ll have some good days and some bad days, but it’s all part of recovery as your body heals. Hang in there, you’ve got this!

Susan Lynn Big smile AND thumbs up! You made my day, John. I know you had a few difficult days, but I have ... Read more

Susan Lynn Big smile AND thumbs up! You made my day, John. I know you had a few difficult days, but I have to ask - was waiting the worst part for you?
Glad surgery is in the rear view mirror and every day is one closer to getting back to an active life. All the best! ❤
P.S. Don't forget - walk, walk, walk. 🏃‍♂️

Debbie Kelly Love that smile! You made it! I hope all goes great with your recovery. Take care.

Christopher May Looking good, John!

Diane Maher Yay...where you have wanted to be for so long....home on the recovery side🎉

Louanna Miller Grateful you are home. Rest, walk, rest, and more rest. Allow your body to heal. OHS is very major ... Read more

Louanna Miller Grateful you are home. Rest, walk, rest, and more rest. Allow your body to heal. OHS is very major surgery. Listen to your body and move forward in recovery, but not faster than you are ready and healing. You will feel better!!

Joey Hardee There ya go, John! Keep plugging away. I am always amazed at how much progress folks make in recovery ... Read more

Joey Hardee There ya go, John! Keep plugging away. I am always amazed at how much progress folks make in recovery. I'm sure it will be the same with you as you get to several weeks and then a few months past surgery. Dan B was shoveling snow a couple weeks ago, for Pete's sake! : - ))

Dan Baltazor You got this John! Just take it one day at a time. You will have good days and you will have not so g ... Read more

Dan Baltazor You got this John! Just take it one day at a time. You will have good days and you will have not so good days. Just allow yourself time to heal.
Joey, that's funny.

MARIE PICUN One day at a time. It will get better. Don't rush it

Meredith Bray Woohoo! Pretty soon you'll be celebrating your 1-year and wonder where the time went. So....keep walk ... Read more

Meredith Bray Woohoo! Pretty soon you'll be celebrating your 1-year and wonder where the time went. So....keep walking, keep doing the breathing exercises, take a lot of naps.
Avoid back & shoulder pain by making sure your head/neck/shoulders are supported when you're resting. Use a travel pillow under your neck, and wedge some bed pillows under your arms when you're sitting.
When you're standing & walking, use your best and most exceptional posture. Learn to really use those core muscles that hold you upright, they will truly help you avoid excruciating back/shoulder blade pain.
Glad you're home. :)

Judy S You’re home and looking great! Keep track of your small milestones and large ones. It will help you ... Read more

Judy S You’re home and looking great! Keep track of your small milestones and large ones. It will help you realize that you are making progress every day!

Tracy Fallu One day at a time! Give yourself grace and time to heal.

Bradley Dunn One day at a time.

Mava Reif So good to see your post! Praying for you! You're getting great advice, and just know you won't alwa ... Read more

Mava Reif So good to see your post! Praying for you! You're getting great advice, and just know you won't always feel like this, better days are coming. 🙏👍

Vern Ahlo Welcome to the Party John! Step by step my friend.

John Isham We have been waiting for you over here on the recovery side Big John! Just keep moving forward one d ... Read more

John Isham We have been waiting for you over here on the recovery side Big John! Just keep moving forward one day at a time....each day gets better and better.
You are looking good with that Big Smile.....The surgery is over and now the fun begins! U will be a new man in no time my friend!

John Morales Thanks everyone today is day 10 i think ..I just feel shattered no energy at all winded easiely .. t ... Read more

John Morales Thanks everyone today is day 10 i think ..I just feel shattered no energy at all winded easiely .. today is sunday took my 1st shower since and went to church 1st time its cold here in NJ with snow now im passed out on the couch ...watchin 70 & 80 rock band concerts in between some zzzzz..guess this the process tmor hqve to to dr and check inr if we can get out.

Mabel Juric So happy to hear you are home!! Rest, walk, do the breathing exercises, relax and take the time to h ... Read more

Mabel Juric So happy to hear you are home!! Rest, walk, do the breathing exercises, relax and take the time to heal. Each week I promise will get better. Listen to your body, report anything that may feel odd. Keep us posted and you look great!!!!!!!!!1

Adam Pick This picture just made my day! Welcome home John!

Rob Sparling John, look at the LONG list of posts above! You are a rock star among rock stars! Nice pic, great p ... Read more

Rob Sparling John, look at the LONG list of posts above! You are a rock star among rock stars! Nice pic, great post, keep pushing! One day at a time. Tracy’s (Susan’s?) quote is something like “Move only forward or sideways, never backwards.” Yeah, do that! 😀

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2420 days ago

Joey Hardee, Christopher May, Kaaren Carone and 12 others reacted to this

My first situp made it to the revovery. side thank everyone for your love prayers and support.

Susan Lynn John - You did it!!!! I've been waiting for your post and I'm thrilled to see you looking great! W ... Read more

Susan Lynn John - You did it!!!! I've been waiting for your post and I'm thrilled to see you looking great! Welcome to recovery!!! ❤

Joey Hardee Man! Other than a few wires, a big band aid and the shirt, you look like your pre-op picture!! You do ... Read more

Joey Hardee Man! Other than a few wires, a big band aid and the shirt, you look like your pre-op picture!! You don't even have "bed head"! : - ) )
This is fantastic, John. Answer to prayers to see you looking strong. Get'er done in recovery, brother!

Kaaren Carone Congrats! Been waiting for your post—you look awesome!

Christopher May Glad to see you up and doing well! Keep fighting forward. I’m not far behind you.

Catie B Great news! Keep on healing, John!

Susan Casey You look great 👍

Marie Myers I knew you could do it!!

Mava Reif Great post John! We are all so glad to see you! Prayers for swift recovery & healing! 👍🙏🙌❤ ... Read more

Mava Reif Great post John! We are all so glad to see you! Prayers for swift recovery & healing! 👍🙏🙌❤️

Thomas Brusstar Welcome to the "post" side, on this Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day!

William Fults Lookin good John! Thanks for the update, I’ve been thinking about you

John Isham Did you find the snacks in the recovery room I left you? You look Fantastic....what a relief your su ... Read more

John Isham Did you find the snacks in the recovery room I left you? You look Fantastic....what a relief your surgery is behind you! Now time to rest and soon start focusing on your recovery.....one hour at a time my friend!

Jeff W You did it!! Congratulations for being on the recovery side. Take it slow - rest and allow your bo ... Read more

Jeff W You did it!! Congratulations for being on the recovery side. Take it slow - rest and allow your body to heal. Great picture!

MARIE PICUN Congrats you made it to the recovery side.😀

Diane Maher Yay John, you did it🎉

Dan Baltazor Great to see you!!!! Welcome to recovery, you did it!! ❤️💪 One day at a time now

Vern Ahlo Welcome to the Flip Side John. It's about time!!! You look great and it gets easier every day. As men ... Read more

Vern Ahlo Welcome to the Flip Side John. It's about time!!! You look great and it gets easier every day. As mentioned take it slow and soon you'll be running and gunning.

Judy S Now you can relax and look forward to recovery!

Mitchell Collins Looking good. Congrats!

Rob Sparling Welcome to the recovery side! Every tube that comes out, every wire the disconnect and every footste ... Read more

Rob Sparling Welcome to the recovery side! Every tube that comes out, every wire the disconnect and every footstep you take is going to feel better and better. Go slow, go forward! Congrats!

Bradley Dunn Take it slow.

Louanna Miller Grateful to see you up and on the recovery side. You did it! You are a heart earrior, too.

Debbie Kelly I hope you are improving each day! Praying for a smoothe recovery.

Daryl McCallum Boy that sure takes me back...very happy your doing well brother.

Dan Vechiola Welcome to the recovery side John! Keep marching forward. Each day gets better and better!

Sara Colosimo I haven’t been on this site for a while.... yes!!!!! What a pic! You did it!!!!!

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2423 days ago

Mava Reif, Rob Sparling, Louanna Miller and 5 others reacted to this

Checked into Hospital tonight met some of team ...9am OHS Mitral & Tricuspid repairs or replace ...looking for prayers and well wishes from all Heart Warriors ...Read more

Checked into Hospital tonight met some of team ...9am OHS Mitral & Tricuspid repairs or replace ...looking for prayers and well wishes from all Heart Warriors i got this will come back from recovery side thanks to all in advance for all ya help.

Tom McDonald You got this John! You'll be in my prayers tonight and tomorrow for surgery. Have a speedy recovery. ... Read more

Tom McDonald You got this John! You'll be in my prayers tonight and tomorrow for surgery. Have a speedy recovery. I will see you on the recovery side

D. Carol Moore Yes, you do 'have this'. I can tell by the smile. Prayers, well wishes and blessings!

Karen Warren Prayers your way.

Barbara Wood Sending positive vibes & prayers your way John. My brother in law is having ohs tomorrow too, I'll be ... Read more

Barbara Wood Sending positive vibes & prayers your way John. My brother in law is having ohs tomorrow too, I'll be Thinking of you both. I know you'll do great! Best wishes!

Kenneth Miller Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Everything will be great, god bless

Jeff W Great picture! You’ve got this 👍🏻
Sending prayers and well wishes to you

Rob Sparling John, today is the new beginning you have been praying for! We are doing the same! You GOT this! B ... Read more

Rob Sparling John, today is the new beginning you have been praying for! We are doing the same! You GOT this! Be strong and tame the fears. Focus your energy and thinking on the recovery side. Faith fall into the team’s arms. Next job is to wake up, stand up (when time is right) and walk. Walk walk walk. Wash rinse repeat. Walk walk walk. ❤️💪

Judy S Glad you’re out of the waiting room and can now relax and move on to a great recovery!

Mava Reif Praying for your successful surgery today and tomorrow ! It will go just great! You're in good hands! ... Read more

Mava Reif Praying for your successful surgery today and tomorrow ! It will go just great! You're in good hands! His bless you & your swift recovery!

Susan Lynn Looking great, John! 👍 Keep smiling! All the best! ❤

Louanna Miller Praying.

Sara Moyce Your heart brothers and sisters are behind you! Looking forward to hearing about your recovery 👍� ... Read more

Sara Moyce Your heart brothers and sisters are behind you! Looking forward to hearing about your recovery 👍😁

Marie Myers See you on the recovery side!

Dan Baltazor Prayers for you today. You got this. Trust the medical team. We'll be waiting for you.

Sommer Russell We will be waiting right here to see a thumbs up!!!

Civita Fahey Prayers all goes well.. you'll be posting in no time.

MARIE PICUN Prayers to you and that God has his hand on you for a healthy recovering

Thomas Brusstar We'll be waiting for a good report. And the first day post-op was the only really painful day I had ... Read more

Thomas Brusstar We'll be waiting for a good report. And the first day post-op was the only really painful day I had, ever. So it's all uphill!

Joey Hardee Praying for you, John. Give us that update when you are able.....and, as Rob said, get up when you ca ... Read more

Joey Hardee Praying for you, John. Give us that update when you are able.....and, as Rob said, get up when you can and start the walk to recovery! Excited to see you back at 100% soon. :-)

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