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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: May 17, 2015

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Mary K uploaded a photo
10 years ago (August 12, 2015)
For seven weeks after my aortic valve replacement, miraculously, Beebee seemed to know not to come and lie in his place on my chest. Suddenly, he decides that I am healed enough to creep up and snuggle in. Another little milestone!
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Susan McFarlane
Mary sounds like your healing is going well. My husband had an AVR done in April and has recovered well. I noticed you didn't mention any blood thinners? We are working with two 'natural' doctors in Houston along with my husbands cardiologist to greatly reduce his Coumadin and hopefully stop... Read more.
Mary K
Susan, I have a bovine valve. No blood thinners needed except two baby aspirin daily. I am thrilled with my recovery after such a major surgery.
Jean Raber
Boy, nothing says "relaxation" like a big old orange cat sacked out. Looks like Beebee is telling you you're all better now!
Terrie Syvertsen
Hello Mary K. Funny that you mention Beebee making a move to relocate in his "Happy Place". Kat just left my chest after sitting there taking in the rays of sun coming in off the patio area. Gary and I both were taking a Cat Nap anyway as he is... Read more.
Steven A Husted
that is so sweet i wish i still had my cat i wish i had whitie to lay on my chest he was a beautiful cat check my pictures
Mary K uploaded a photo
11 years ago (June 17, 2015)
Heart cath clear. YAHOO!
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Ray Lockhart
Super good news! Like your picture. Looking forward to the same view next month:)
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Very good news! God is Good!
Mary K uploaded a photo
11 years ago (June 12, 2015)
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Kim Schurman
I guess I will be seeing you in the hallways of the cardiac unit some time after my surgery on June 18th since Dr. Svensson is also doing my mechanical valve and aortic graft at CC :) wishing you the best with your surgery!
Kim Schurman
I'm also having similar symptoms of increased shortness of breath with minimal exertion, palpitations, and fatigue. Today was my last day at work for 7 weeks and I'm leaving to Ohio on Monday afternoon.
Terrie Syvertsen
Beautiful photo...Great choice of Clinics and Surgeon. June 18th. will be here before you know it and I hope your Journey is a smooth one.
Kelly Weisgarber
Good luck Mary! I'll be thinking of you June 19th. You'll be so happy to get it done. I'm also seeing Dr. Svensson but still in the waiting period.

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