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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: December 6, 2023

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Barbara DeLoache posted an update

2 years ago (May 17, 2024)

Hi All… thank you for the support!! I am almost 6 weeks post op and finally feeling somewhat human. Saw my surgeon yesterday & he is pleased with my progress. This whole journey has been very hard but I can now see that I am on my way. Apparently my... Read more.

❤️ Sarah Harnett, Rose Madura and reacted to this

Rose Madura

Barbara, you are a testament to everyone awaiting surgery. Look what you have been through at age 78! I had a lot of inflammatory problems as well so I know what that is all about. Thank you for sharing your journey. You give great advice and you uplift others. ❤️🩹👍

Suelynn Hanegraaf

So good to hear from you! 🙏🏻 Glad you feel that you're (finally) on your way. You are one strong woman! 🥰

TRACIE H

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Kevin McCarthy

Good to hear that your coming out of it. Long journey, but you'll get there.

Valerie Allen

Hi Barbara! So great to hear from you! You've fought your way through this, heart warrior! Glad you are feeling better all the time. 💕

Barbara DeLoache posted an update

2 years ago (April 20, 2024)

Finally at rehab after 6 days ICU & 4 days step down! aI was not easy but hope I'm in th right direction. Fluid accumulation & afib.. very weak. My friends hung by me. Still foggy.. pump brain? This will def take a while! ♥️😍

Kathy Ozio

One day at a time. Walk when you feel good, rest when your body tells you. It takes awhile to lose the tiredness, but you're on your way! 😀

Marie Myers

It is a huge surgery, and it is both an emotional and physical recovery process. Like Kathy Ozio said above, take one day at a time and hang in there!

Rose Madura

Barbara, thanks for the update. Sounds like you are moving in the right direction. Slow and steady. You have been through a lot. Take care!

Susan Dunne

Barbara, You are right. It will take a while but each day will bring more healing. Sending healing vibes. Take it slow. One day at a time. All will be well.

Yumiko Ishida

Sending you lots of ❤️❤️

Ana Brusso

Welcome to recovery Barbara. One day at a time. Continued good health and God bless you

Barbara DeLoache posted an update

2 years ago (April 6, 2024)

My My… tomorrow I turn 78 & 2 days later I'll get a new valve and a new lease on life! I am feeling much gratitude and optimism. Thanks in advance to my OR heart team and to all of you for the encouragement!💕

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Tom Everson

You are ready. My Aortic Valve Replacement was also 3 days after I turned 78. I did fine.Your job is to be positive and follow doctors advice. The Heart Teams are fantastic. Good luck