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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: March 6, 2018

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John Formby posted an update
8 years ago (April 30, 2018)
Hi Everyone - well it's been an interesting journey but having had OHS for a new Aortic Valve on 29 January, I finally return to work on a phased basis today ( May1). I just like to wish everyone who is waiting for their surgery good luck and for everyone... Read more.
John Formby posted an update
8 years ago (March 28, 2018)
Hi Everyone, I'm still considering how best to protect my scar from the sun when my wife and I take our holiday to Turkey in June which will be approximately 5 months post OHS. I was wondering if anyone has used Hy Tape to protect their scar and whether or... Read more.
Hi John. I did not expose my scar to any sunlight. You might Google it for suggestions. Or better yet, call your doctor for advice.
Thanks Rose - I found details of this tape on google and am interested to see if anyone had used it. As suggested, I'll speak to my doctor when I next see her. Thank you
John Formby posted an update
8 years ago (March 27, 2018)
Eight weeks ago this morning I woke up in the intensive care unit at Papworth hospital in the UK - where has that time gone!! The date coincided with my post operation assessment with my surgeon Mr Choo Ng I am pleased to report that my AVR operation has been... Read more.

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