I'm so scared but tired of feeling bad so I'm ready to get this over with. Ready to replace the old, battered, but well traveled valve with a fresh new one. ...Read more
I'm so scared but tired of feeling bad so I'm ready to get this over with. Ready to replace the old, battered, but well traveled valve with a fresh new one. I've got a lot more steps in me.
Susan Lynn Barbara - We have all been there. Of course you're scared, but you're also thinking about putting it ... Read more
Susan Lynn Barbara - We have all been there. Of course you're scared, but you're also thinking about putting it behind you - and, that's exactly the right state of mind. You're going to get through this procedure and we'll be cheering you on every step of the way! You can do it! Only good things are ahead!
Joy Vera Scared is exactly normal, Barbara & the wait doesn't make it any easier. It may help to read the jou ... Read more
Joy Vera Scared is exactly normal, Barbara & the wait doesn't make it any easier. It may help to read the journals of folks here. We've been through it, came out on the other side & recovered (or are working on it). And you will too. I wish you the best!
Sandra Waltrip I'm feeling the same way! I have surgery scheduled for next Monday to replace my Mitral valve. I'm ce ... Read more
Sandra Waltrip I'm feeling the same way! I have surgery scheduled for next Monday to replace my Mitral valve. I'm certain that we'll feel better soon!
Lena Afanaseva Totally understand! Waiting is the worst and soon you will be on recovery side! You will feel better ... Read more
Lena Afanaseva Totally understand! Waiting is the worst and soon you will be on recovery side! You will feel better and relieved! Good luck!
Ron Weaver Hi Barbara. I’m in waiting mode myself. As soon as my aneurysm grows a bit more I have to have surg ... Read more
Ron Weaver Hi Barbara. I’m in waiting mode myself. As soon as my aneurysm grows a bit more I have to have surgery. I’m scared too.
Kimberley Anchell Yep, that sounds about normal, but you’re in great hands and will get through it with flying colors ... Read more
Kimberley Anchell Yep, that sounds about normal, but you’re in great hands and will get through it with flying colors. Best wishes!
Marie Myers Totally understand. I have been there, and I can say honestly, “You can do this!” It also is NOT ... Read more
Marie Myers Totally understand. I have been there, and I can say honestly, “You can do this!” It also is NOT as bad as my worrying mind had me thinking...
MARIE PICUN I was once told your surgeon and his heart team does this operation every day, sometime three heart o ... Read more
MARIE PICUN I was once told your surgeon and his heart team does this operation every day, sometime three heart operation a day. Believe in your surgeon doctor and his heart team. Plus, God will have his hand on you in the operation room and for you recovery.