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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

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8 years ago (January 28, 2018)

Incision from Jan. 22 surgery

Marie Myers

Looking good! What type of valve did you decide on? I know that was a difficult decision for you as it was for me...

Lisa McLaughlin

Thanks Marie! I decided on the tissue valve and they used the Edwards Magna Ease aortic valve.

Therese ODell

So glad it all went Well! Your scar looks really good! Praying for an easy recovery time.

Lisa Hunley

Looking good. Continuing to pray for you. Take one day at a time.

Carolyn Newell

That's the valve that I'm thinking of getting in two weeks. How are you doing and liking the valve by now? Your scar looks good what are you using may I ask?

Lisa McLaughlin

Hi Carolyn - The stuff on the incision is what they put on after surgery. I'm guessing it was some kind of protective adhesive? The nurses cautioned me not to pick at it. The other advice I found helpful was ordering some sports bras that hook in the front. I... Read more.

Carolyn Newell

Great advice Lisa! I'll order some before the big day so I have them when I get home. Anything else you can think of for the hospital or when I get home?

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