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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Aortic Aneurysm, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: October 26, 2018

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Andrea Webb posted an update

6 years ago (February 6, 2020)

Does anyone have any input from their physicians/surgeons/cardiologist about whether or not a flu booster is warranted for those of us with valve replacements, etc?

Adam Pick

Hi Andrea, I'm hopeful this post with Dr. Gillinov will help you and the others in our community that are curious about flu shots for heart valve patients. https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2019/10/21/flu-shot/

"What About Flu Shots for Heart Surgery Patients?" asks Cheryl

https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2019/10/21/flu-shot/

I just received a timely and important question from Cheryl about flu shots and heart surgery. In her email, Cheryl asked me, "Hi Adam - Can I get a flu shot,

Andrea Webb

Thanks Adam!

Rose Madura

I've always gotten a flu shot for as long as I can remember- both before and after surgery. I recommend it. Even if you do get the flu, it doesnt seem as bad if you've gotten the shot.

Marie Myers

I get the flu shot every year also.

Andrea Webb posted an update

7 years ago (January 24, 2019)

Wow, it has been a long five weeks. I had my surgery on 12/19. I was in surgery for 5-1/2 hours. I have a new bovine INSPIRIS RESILIA aortic valve, a replaced aortic root to fix the aneurysm, and a successful double bypass. They kept me sedated and intubated the... Read more.

John Morales

Wishing you the best of luck you are on the recovery side all prayers for everything to work prayers for your speedy recovery , im still in the batters box till March 11th and petrified ..

Shannon Gray

Wishes for continued recovery without anymore bumps.

Dan Baltazor

Thanks for the update. Sorry to hear of the bumps. Prayers for continued healing.

Kim Boardman

Andrea I also had the new INSPIRIS RESILIA aortic Valve put in on October 8th along with an aortic root replacement to fix aneurysm. My surgery was 7 1/2 hours. I am so glad I took the leap of faith and went with the new valve. I am hoping for... Read more.

Rob Sparling

Andrea, you are a trooper and I hope and pray things get simpler and easier. Hang fire! Don't let it get you down, lean into this and make it work for you!

Andrea Webb posted an update

7 years ago (December 18, 2018)

My surgery was postponed until tomorrow due to an emergency that came into the ER. It makes the waiting game worse as I was all ready and then...... So, going to try to relax today and not think too much. Thank you to everyone who has posted so far, it... Read more.

👍 Susan Lynn and Molly Ivers reacted to this

Susan Lynn

Andrea - I can only imagine your disappointment, but you'll do just great tomorrow. Hopefully, the emergency patient had a good outcome. We'll be here waiting for your good news. ❤

Lisa Guinan

I thought it was odd when I saw a notice that you updated your story on surgery day. Now I know why. Bet it was a long day for you.

Dan Baltazor

So Sorry!!!!! That is tough!!!! Your waiting hopefully saved a life. You're the making of a warrior..

Tracy Fallu

So sorry- I agree with Dan. Your patience and understanding likely helped someone in dire ♥️ need. Wishing you a great sleep while the medical team does their "thing". Before you know it, your caring medical will be whispering your name letting you know surgery is over and you did... Read more.

Molly Ivers

Ouff! I feel for you my surgery was postponed too because of complicated heart patient, but I was already there begging for an ice chip! It's maddening, but you'll be glad when you are flying through your surgery soon.

Rob Sparling

Tough one, for sure. Just delays — does not change — your success. ❤️💪

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