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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: August 30, 2018

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7 years ago (February 6, 2019)
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7 years ago (November 16, 2018)
Today was a painful day for me! Chest/sternum pain. Why? Because yesterday I changed the sheets on the beds in my house! Thought it would be okay but boy was I wrong. The stretching, reaching and pulling was way too much. I'm 7 weeks post op and do
LINDA ROBERTS
7 years ago (November 16, 2018)
Yes, you did too much too soon so think that was a sign to take it more easy. I know my chest muscles got sore until about week 9. You will be amazed once you start cardiac rehab how much stronger you will become.
Susan Lynn
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
I'm sorry to hear that Maryann. It's easy to forget that you're recovering from major surgery when you're feeling so good, but try to take it easy. My house wasn't perfect during my recovery, but the housecleaning did get done eventually. Take care!
Jennifer McInerney
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
We had a small group in for my husbands birthday this morning. It was fun but when they left I slept for three hours. I am six weeks post surgery and clearly not quite 100%. It takes time and patience , that's for sure!
Nancy LeClair Gottlieb
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
I did some Laundry Monday and Tuesday and then suffered for it. I'm 4 weeks post op. Today I'm feeling pretty well.
Jennifer John
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
Listen to your body, Maryann. Too much, too soon.❤️
Louanna Miller
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
I'm 11 weeks out from OHS and I still pace myself. I can do many things, but limit the length of time as my sternum and chest become sore. I can honestly say, it gets better every week. I didn't see progress every day, but did see progress every 3... Read more.
Maryann Gomez
7 years ago (November 29, 2018)
Thank you Louanns. Yes, it gets better every week but I'm not as patient with myself as I should be. I am so thrilled that I lived and did so well. My surgeon was fantastic. Hospital team was wonderful but when I was discharged they said "now go home and... Read more.
Maryann Gomez uploaded a photo
7 years ago (October 5, 2018)
Today. 10 dayspost op. Feeling fairly good. Still sleeping in the recliner. Taking short walks😊
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Maryann Gomez
7 years ago (October 5, 2018)
Getting some color back in my face. I am very very tired. Going for a walk now. My appetite is back and I am praying for those being done today and tomorrow. My prayers are with themb
Maryann Gomez
7 years ago (October 16, 2018)
Thank you. I'm trying to get my spirit back! Not always easy!
LINDA ROBERTS
7 years ago (November 16, 2018)
I remember feeling very weak after surgery but in a couple of weeks you will feel much stronger.
Jennifer John
7 years ago (November 17, 2018)
Maryann, pls check out some of my Journal posts. Might help and even give you some laughs.❤️🤗

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