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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

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5 years ago (March 14, 2021)

Hi everyone.I had my surgery March 4th and all seems well. Slow steady progress. However, after 10 days I am still quite hoarse and have to speak in whispers. The doctors at the hospital told me to set an appointment with an ENT specialist which I'll do in the morning.... Read more.

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Lynn Loudermilk

5 years ago (March 14, 2021)

Joe I hope they figure it out for you. When I had my neck fusion I had no volume for 2-3 weeks ,,,this one I did well and have a full voice.

Anonymous

5 years ago (March 14, 2021)

Joe Cooper, soooooo glad to see your post. I have been thinking about you and praying you were in recovery. Can't say anything about your question but do hope you find a way to solve it. I can't wait to see new pictures of you and your family in the... Read more.

Grace Huang

5 years ago (March 15, 2021)

I had the same issue. I was very hoarse for more than 3 weeks, not able to speak clearly at all. It got better slowly.

Susan Lynn

5 years ago (March 16, 2021)

Joe - Good to hear from you. Sorry to hear about your throat. Hope the remainder of your recovery is going well. Please keep us posted on your appointment with the ENT. Wishing you the best!

Herb Greenberg

5 years ago (March 16, 2021)

Hey, I had my surgery on March 4...a year ago. It's a great day for valve surgery. You will be fine. I actually had throat issues months down the road. The ENT and my regular doc said throat irritation from the tube is quite common. I wound up taking a... Read more.