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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: September 7, 2017

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Eric Wattleworth posted an update
8 years ago (October 11, 2017)
Help! Dear Community, I am the wife of Eric Wattleworth and I had some questions for you. He had his metal valve and aneurism fixed on Sept. 20th. He just got off of his Lasix and potassium pills two days ago. He has now gained 5 1/2 pounds over those... Read more.
Craig Gay
Hi Becky, sounds like you are keeping a great eye on Eric. Will they also check his potassium level? Lasix can cause low potassium levels and low potassium levels can cause weakness. If they don't check his level, at least ask if he should go back on the potassium. Good... Read more.
Catie B
Blood pressure medications can be a challenge to regulate--the cardiologist may need to tweak the amount or change the med. Everyone seems to react differently to them!
Barbara Wood
Becky, a similar thing happened to me a week after I came home. I was put back on Lasix, & it quickly cleared up- I lost about 5-6 lbs in 2 days! I stayed on it a week. And I agree with Yvonne, the potassium is important- I didn't take... Read more.
Eric Wattleworth posted an update
8 years ago (October 3, 2017)
We went to primary doctor for check-up. Eric is doing great . To celebrate we went to the mall and did a lab (.66 mikes). Longest walk yet!!! We got a lot of stares- the teddy bear I think. I think they think he is some kind of creeper! Lol.... Read more.
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Civita Fahey
Glad to hear he is progressing..its all a new norm.. one day at a time. every day gets better and every week gets better. I found that week 3 was the turning point for me.. I started to feel more energy and more like myself.. take care
Eric Wattleworth posted a photo
8 years ago (October 3, 2017)
Day 14!
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Craig Gay
Cute picture! I love seeing those smiles!!! I hope each day that passes brings more strength and and a better appetite. God bless you both. Yvonne

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