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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Coronary Artery Disease

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11 years ago (July 5, 2015)

Five days post op still I'm ICU tubes out today (isn't that fun). But finally hope and strength from all of the prayers and positivism both of which are an absolute need. Note to firefighters: DONT BREATHE SMOKE. Firefighter lungs compromise this surger

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John Jones

Your smiling that's good. You got it whipped now. You'll be up walking before you know it. They press that. But it feels good. Your in our prayers

Patrick Dowd

Thanks John

Nancy D

Looking good!! Deep breaths and do as you are asked, for a few more days....then home, when you still have to do as instructed, for a while! ;-Prayers continue!

Clare Auten

Tube removal is not fun but we'll worth it. It means one step closer. To feeling better.

Anonymous

You are on your way now. Prayers for healing and comfort sent your way.

Gerald Schaffer

I hope things go good for you from here on out and you get to go home soon.

Mary Myers

Patrick, Your on the road to recovery now. Try to be patient. I had some bumps in the road with afib and had to stay in icu longer and in the hospital longer. Before you know it you will be home! Once you take that first walk you will be... Read more.