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Lydia's Profile
Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation
Member Since: April 9, 2021
Member Since: April 9, 2021
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I had a heart murmur and prolapsed mitral valve for many years, but this past December while hiking I realized I struggled to get full breaths going uphill. After a couple of studies at my local hospital in New Mexico, my cardiologist said it was time for repair. I am 67, very nervous, but hopeful about the improvement my upcoming surgery can bring. I also have a lot of allergies and sensitivities and wonder if anyone has suggestions about that. Also, I am very grateful to have a healthy heart otherwise.
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I am from: Las Cruces, United States -
My surgery date was: May 4, 2021 -
I was diagnosed with: Mitral Regurgitation -
My surgery was: Mitral Valve Repair -
My surgeon is: Dr. Patrick McCarthy -
My hospital is: Northwestern Memorial Hospital
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