Catherine's Posts

Your body has been through a lot! I had mitral repair and had my good days and bad for many months. I took a lot of naps after expending energy (like for cardiac rehab). Be patient. It will continue to improve. You may have to push yourself to keep moving at least a little some days. Your body is still adjusting.

Catherine, I had OHS for mitral valve repair August 20. I had low to no energy before surgery. I was in the hospital for 10 days. I took many naps, but tried to walk a little every day. I did not attempt to be a super hero. My cardiac rehab started at week 9 1/2. I felt better 3 weeks later. At the 4 month mark I was still not back to myself, was tired etc; but month 5 and 6 have been remarkably better. I assigned myself different task/chores each day to complete and feel good about accomplishing something. Like others have said, you have been through a lot. OHS is traumatic for the heart, body and emotionally/mentally. Listen to your body and take care of yourself.