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Gabrielle Stinson posted an update

8 years ago (December 7, 2017)

Hi! I am a lapsed member of this site. I received a mitral valve repair a few years ago and I have not really picked up suffering with depression and fatigue. Yesterday I received the news that the valve is leaking again moderate to severe and will require surgery again.... Read more.

Paul Rose

HI Gabi, Sorry to hear that you've resprung a leak, hopefully a you will get a better warranty this time. Not the best news, but at least you know what it is and what is to come and you will conquer that hill.. Keep up the indomitable spirit of the... Read more.

Catie B

Hi Gabrielle. So sorry that you need work done again so soon. I didn't know you before but my heart goes out to you over needing a redo! Wishing you the best.

Rose Madura

What terrible news. I can only imagine how you must feel. My thoughts are with you. Please keep us updated on your journey.

Nancy James

That's what I am afraid of - if something like that happens - there are no guarantees that's for sure, but once you go through it you definitely don't want to go thru it again....but at least we know we did get through it - at least we know better... Read more.

Gabrielle Stinson

Thank you Nancy for your kind words and thoughts. Just because my valve is leaking again doesnt mean yours will mine is very calcified and hard and will not shut properly. (I was born in 1941 so I am not doing too bad)

Gabrielle Stinson posted an update

11 years ago (July 24, 2014)

Yeah thanks for sharing a laugh with me! I reckon I have learnt my lesson..........until next time. shh I didn't say that. Anyway, anyway if I put a smile on your dials it was worth it - sort of but not really. I mean take away the pain and embarrassment,... Read more.

Gabrielle Stinson posted an update

11 years ago (July 23, 2014)

OK it is 1 year on since my OHS and I need to just settle down and accept what is and not try to change things that aint and get on with it. e.g. I was feeling pretty good with myself and thought I would tackle a Zumba Gold class.... Read more.

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