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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

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Barbara Leatherwood-Peteet posted an update

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

I had my aortic valve surgery on September 23, 2019. I have had a less than ideal recovery process. Loss of hair began during my 8 day stay in the hospital. I was home for 3 weeks and was re- admitted to the hospital due to massive blood clots in... Read more.

Ann-Marie Dassler

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

Hang in there; I hope it all improves

Marie Myers

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

What does your doctor say?

Susan Lynn

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

Barbara - You've definitely had a long and winding road to recovery, but you will get there. There's always someone here to offer you a few words of support - don't hesitate to reach out! Sending you a virtual hug! ❤

Alex Sigalov

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

Hi Barbara, hope things get better for u; maybe try a different doctor if u are able to some are better than others

Rose Madura

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

Hi Barbara. I had a rocky recovery also so I know how you feel. I too think you need to contact your cardiologist for guidance.

Brian Hogge

6 years ago (January 22, 2020)

Best wishes for a continued recovery Barbara! I am two weeks out from open heart surgery for a bad valve and aorta and can relate to the frustration. Every time something seems to go right, something else seems to come up bad. I can completely relate to waking up and... Read more.

Marie Myers

6 years ago (January 23, 2020)

Sounds like Brian makes a good point. Sometimes the anxiety and stress of the whole experience colors your day to day thoughts. I would speak to your cardiologist/internist to get their thoughts. Hoping things turn around for you soon!

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