Marie Myers
Wonderful news! I am so happy for you that you don't need another surgery.
Hope you have the best holiday ever!
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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
Member Since: May 12, 2018
Member Since: May 12, 2018
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Chris Purvis posted an update
6 years ago (December 14, 2019)
God answers my prayers yesterday! My infection is gone, my valve is perfect and I don't need surgery.
Still having rythym issues but I saw the electrophysiology cardiologist and he said it's not a big deal. Described me like a race car at full speed when working out my heart... Read more.
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Chris Smith
That is awesome!! God is good!! Thanks for sharing. Sorry you had to go through so much. Sharing your story really helps!! Thanks Chris. Merry Christmas
Dan Baltazor
EXCELLENT News!!!!! So happy to hear this for you. Great advice too. Merry Christmas to you and your family and ENJOY the Peace you have been given.
Catie B
Chris, I'm so pleased to see this latest update. Brilliant news and I know you're most relieved!
Judy S
So glad to hear Chris! I know this has been a terrible burden on you so it's wonderful to hear that the news is good!
Joey Hardee
Wow, Chris. What a journey. I just went back and read through your posts from before your surgery til now. Amazing. Mind is blown by the mini stroke and heart attack you dealt with. Very happy to see that you are back on track. Will continue praying things keep getting... Read more.
Rob Sparling
Chris, great news and proud of your strength. keep showing us the way! We are all stronger anytime one of us finds truth. Keep on keeping on. Press on regardless.
Rose Madura
Wonderful news. What a great Christmas present.
Shannon Gray
Excellent! So grateful for your update. Stay well and strong. Happy holidays!
David Moore
Praise the Lord. That is fabulous news. Won't He just do it!! Keep testifying! - Cheryl
Willie Radl
Great news!
Chris Purvis posted an update
6 years ago (November 29, 2019)
Kidding! In the last 18 months I've been here 30 times. I remember when life was easy and I didn't have these issues.
Well my Rythym issues are back and I got down into the 20/30 range and starting having symptoms. Those are new in the past I never had... Read more.
Prayers for you Chris! A short lived trip indeed!! So Sorry!
I'm out for now. These rythym issues don't stay away for long. I'll be seeing my cardiologist very soon.
Thinking of you, Chris. Please keep us posted. ❤
Oh no! I hope things get better for you soon.
Hang in there Chris. It will all work out in the end.💪
I'm so sorry you're having to deal with all of this, Chris. I dearly hope things steady out soon!
Sorry to hear. Hang in there. We are here for you!!
I'm so sorry, Chris! Hope all will be resolved soon.
Sorry to hear Chris. Hope you get it figured out soon and not have to visit the hospital so much.
Chris Purvis posted an update
6 years ago (November 2, 2019)
Hey everyone been a while since I was active here. I'm posting to simply say: listen to your body no matter what. I had a minor stroke and major heart attack last Saturday. I've always worked out hard and that was encouraged after valve replacement surgery. I eat clean and... Read more.
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Wow, so sorry you are going through all of this! I hope you are on the mend!
Chris, thank you for trying to share what hard lessons you have learned. I hope your recovery moves quickly with no future issues.
Hey Chris. Sorry to hear what you are going through. Hope your recovery will be quick and free from any other issues. Thanks for letting us know, and please keep us updated.
I'm so sorry to hear that you have had these problems! You've given us all good advice. Was there any damage from the heart attack? I will be praying for you. GOD bless you.
Praying that you recover completely! Any idea what happened back in September that may have triggered this new problem?
WOW!!!!! We are saddened to hear this for you. So hard to fathom another valve replacement so soon. It has to be so hard mentally when you are doing everything right with diet, exercise and lifestyle and still end up here. I had a flu shot and phneumonia shot these... Read more.
Thanks everyone for the thoughts and prayers. Well I'm still here...9 days only because of the infection. Should be leaving tomorrow with a pick line and 6 weeks of antibiotics to hopefully fix my valve. Can't imagine another surgery so soon and even as of today the valve is perfect.... Read more.
Chris - It's been awhile since I have been on the site as well, sorry to hear about the setback's your experiencing. Hoping you have a fast recovery.....
So sorry Chris. I saw in an older post that you received a pacemaker. Are you being see by the group that did your surgery. Wishing you a recovery from your set backs!
I'm sorry, Chris but I am very happy to see you pulling through all of it. I hope you get good news and your valve heals. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Oh I'm so sorry to see this Chris! Sending positive thoughts & prayers for you & your family. Keep us posted please.
Oh no! I am so sorry you are going through this. I have been thinking of you after your post a while back. What were you sick with in Sept? Prayers for an easeful recovery and that this is the end of any more concerns.
Chris, I'm so sorry to hear about what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep positive thoughts. Keep us posted.
Chris, Oh man. So sorry to hear this unfortunate news. Thanks for your post, letting us know what happened, and driving home the point to listen to your body. That must have been incredibly scary. My goodness. Praying for a full recovery Chris! Stay positive!
Chris , I sincerely hope the best for you. Appreciate your post. Take care
Hi Chris, I am so sorry you and your precious family are going thru this setback. You sound amazingly calm versus from before you had your valve surgery. I am praying, even, harder for a smooth recovery and for your valve to be healed. Did you doctors let Dr. Lamales... Read more.
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Chris, even though you have gone thru so much, you are still with us and your beautiful family, Praise to a God who has a perfect plan for us whatever it may be. You are young and have been taking care of your body and your body will give you... Read more.
Chris... you are absolutely right about listening to your body! After replacing two aortic valves in 18 months ... infection was a player in both. If your appetite isnt normal and you cant ever get warm you better get checked on before its too late!
How was your bloodwork especially the hematocrit and hemoglobin numbers? Are you on thinners? I had a similar heart event like you and nobody could explain it. Hope you find some answers. Good luck.
Chris, wow, man. So shocked and sorry to hear about the stroke and heart attack! Thanks so much for sharing. Best we can do is offer our support and prayer. You are certainly one of the inspiring stories here, keep the momentum and press ahead with a positive outlook. (But... Read more.
Thanks everyone for all of your support and prayers! Finally got out 10 days in there was a long long time. So I had an infection back in September and they never found it was released and sent home. Well that infection never went a way and a piece broke... Read more.
Chris, we will all be hoping that the second surgery can be avoided! Thanks for taking the time to share your situation—it is both scary but good to know that there are issues we need to be aware of with non-native valves. Best wishes to you!
Thanks Judy hope you are well! Have you heard from Ann? Just wonder how she's doing
What an ordeal and what a battle, Chris. I'm sorry you've had to endure all of this and I hope the antibiotics will make a quick end of any remaining infection. Kudos on all the walking. You're a warrior!
Thanks for the update. Glad to hear you are back home and praying that this 4-6 week regimen works.
thanks for the update Chris.. will keep praying for your healthy recovery..
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