Dr. Miller, Olathe medical center. Olathe, KS is going to try to repair leaks in my Aortic and Mitral valves, if possible, if not he will replace. He also ...Read more
Dr. Miller, Olathe medical center. Olathe, KS is going to try to repair leaks in my Aortic and Mitral valves, if possible, if not he will replace. He also plans to remove a Subaortic membrane obstruction that is restricting my blood flow. Also mentioned a thickened heart muscle. Has anyone experienced this surgery and if so did it releave the shortness of breath and tiredness?
Birdie Murray Can anyone tell me of any unusual events that occurred after surgery, so I can be prepared.
RaChelle Rolf Hi Birdie, I had my 3rd open heart surgery in 2013 (I had already had my mitral valve replaced in 04, ... Read more
RaChelle Rolf Hi Birdie, I had my 3rd open heart surgery in 2013 (I had already had my mitral valve replaced in 04, and they replaced my aortic valve in 2013.) Best advice I have is do the cardiac rehab after wards (I didn't after my first two surgeries, but I was also in high school) I would also say if you are able to do any physical exercise (Dr allowing of course) to build up your muscles prior is also good :) I hope everything goes well!!!
Birdie Murray Thanks for the insight. I am 73 and will start doing some exercises tomorrow, sure can't hurt anythi ... Read more
Birdie Murray Thanks for the insight. I am 73 and will start doing some exercises tomorrow, sure can't hurt anything. I am actually pretty active, mowed yard yesterday (zero turn) close to an acre. But got really tired when I tried weed eating, but just took it slow and rested when necessary. Wow you were awfully young to have to experience such surgeries. Thanks for the advise..
Marie Myers Just walking everyday is good. Build up as much as you can. The better shape you are in pre op , the ... Read more
Marie Myers Just walking everyday is good. Build up as much as you can. The better shape you are in pre op , the better everything post op will be.
Birdie Murray Thanks Marie. I am trying to stay fit... Just conversing with like patients helps mentally.
