About Me (In My Own Words)
I was diagnosed with a bicuspid valve with calcification, stenosis, and an aortic aneurysm on December 13, 2018. On December 20, 2018 I had OHS using the Bentall procedure with the On-X valve replacement. I had some complications during the surgery but everything is okay now. I've been able to recover very quickly since I was in decent shape before the operation. It's been 60 days since my operation and have no real pain or at a level 2 if I do. I've been off pain-killers for about 3 weeks and was only taking 3 pills aday. So, at 60 days I'm walking around 3 miles every other day in 50 minutes. My goal is to run a 10K July 4th so I'm pushing it I suppose. I also do restorative yoga, use a stationary bike and minimum weight training exercises with 5 lbs. weights. I'm eating well with a full appetite. I'm bored and can't wait to get back to work. So, things are looking up and the recovery is going better than I initially expected.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Decatur, GA
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My surgery date is:
December 20, 2018
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Aortic Stenosis
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Aortic Aneurysm
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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My hospital is:
Augusta University
